Diabetic ketoacidosis (patient information)

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How do I know if I have diabetic ketoacidosis and what are the symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis?

The following signs and symptoms warn you the possibility of diabetic ketoacidosis:

• Shortness of breath
• Fruity breath
• Nausea and vomiting
• Excessive thirst
• Dry skin and mouth
• Flushed face
• Frequent urination
• Stomach pain
• Fatigue
• Loss of appetite
• Weakness or fatigue
• Confusion, stupor that may progress to coma

Who is at risk for diabetic ketoacidosis?

• For patients with type 1 diabetes, stresses such as infection, trauma, heart attack,surgery or missing doses of insulin, can lead to diabetic ketoacidosis.

• People with type 2 diabetes, not usually as type 1, may lead to diabetic ketoacidosis as a complication by a severe illness.

Where to find medical care for diabetic ketoacidosis?

Directions to Hospitals Treating diabetic ketoacidosis

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http://www.mayoclinic.com/print/diabetic-ketoacidosis/DS00674/DSECTION=all&METHOD=print

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000320.htm