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1. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesDiabetes-Related Ketoacidosis (DKA): Symptoms & Treatment

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   Early signs and symptoms of DKA include: Peeing more often than usual (frequent urination). Extreme thirst (polydipsia). Intense hunger (polyphagia). Signs of dehydration, like dry mouth, headache and flushed (red) skin. High amounts of ketones in your pee or blood (as shown by at-home tests).

2. www.webmd.com › diabetes › ketoacidosisDiabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA): Causes, Symptoms, Treatments - WebMD

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   Dec 19, 2023 · Diabetic ketoacidosis, also known as DKA, is a serious complication of diabetes that happens when your body doesn't have enough of a hormone called insulin, which usually creates energy by letting ...

3. myhealth.alberta.ca › health › AfterCareInformationDiabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA): Care Instructions

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   Try to eat as you normally do, with a focus on healthy food choices. Check your blood sugar at least every 3 to 4 hours. Check it more often if it's rising fast. If your doctor has told you to take an extra insulin dose for high blood sugar levels (for example, above 14.0 mmol/L) be sure to take the right amount.

4. darwynhealth.com › hormonal-and-metabolic-healthDiabetic Ketoacidosis Diet: What to Eat and What to Avoid

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   Feb 11, 2024 · On a diabetic ketoacidosis diet, it is important to focus on consuming foods that are low in carbohydrates and high in nutrients. This includes lean proteins, non-starchy vegetables, healthy fats, and whole grains in moderation. It is also important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. 4.

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5. www.aafp.org › pubs › afpDiabetic Ketoacidosis: Evaluation and Treatment - AAFP

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   Mar 1, 2013 · During treatment of DKA, the goal is to maintain serum potassium levels between 4 and 5 mEq per L (4 and 5 mmol per L). If the potassium level is between 3.3 and 5.2 mEq per L (3.3 and 5.2 mmol ...

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6. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › diabeticDiabetic ketoacidosis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Oct 6, 2022 · Diabetic ketoacidosis symptoms often come on quickly, sometimes within 24 hours. For some, these symptoms may be the first sign of having diabetes. Symptoms might include: Being very thirsty. Urinating often. Feeling a need to throw up and throwing up. Having stomach pain. Being weak or tired. Being short of breath.

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   What happens if you don't treat diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?

   • This process makes fatty acids called ketones. The ketones build up in the blood and change the chemical balance in your body. This problem can be very dangerous and needs to be treated. Without treatment, it can lead to a coma or death. DKA occurs most often in people with type 1 diabetes.

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   What are the symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis?

   • You have ketones in your urine and can't reach your health care provider for advice. You have many symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis. These include excessive thirst, frequent urination, nausea and vomiting, stomach pain, weakness or fatigue, shortness of breath, fruity-scented breath, and confusion.

   Diabetic ketoacidosis - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Should I go to a hospital if I have diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?

   • They’ll determine if you’ll be able to treat it from home or if you’ll need to go to the hospital. People with symptoms of DKA and undiagnosed diabetes must go to a hospital for treatment. Hospital treatment of DKA includes: IV fluids: IV fluids help to correct dehydration, clear ketones through your pee and correct electrolyte imbalances.

   Diabetes-Related Ketoacidosis (DKA): Symptoms & Treatment

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8. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › diabeticDiabetic ketoacidosis - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic

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   Oct 6, 2022 · Blood tests. Blood tests used in the diagnosis of diabetic ketoacidosis will measure: Blood sugar level. If there isn't enough insulin in the body to allow sugar to enter cells, the blood sugar level will rise. This is known as hyperglycemia. As the body breaks down fat and protein for energy, the blood sugar level will keep rising. Ketone level.