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Diabetic ketoacidosis is a potentially life-threatening complication of diabetes caused by a lack of insulin in the body.
Articles for Diabetic ketoacidosis
Causes of diabetic ketoacidosis
Find out why diabetic ketoacidosis develops and what commonly triggers the condition.
Complications of diabetic ketoacidosis
With prompt treatment, diabetic ketoacidosis can be corrected without any complications developing. If left untreated, the condition can be life-threatening.
Introduction
Diabetic ketoacidosis is a serious complication of diabetes, caused by a lack of insulin in the body. Find out how to spot it, how it's treated, and how you can prevent it.
Preventing diabetic ketoacidosis
If you've been diagnosed with diabetes, it's very important that you follow all recommendations regarding diet, medication, insulin therapy and self-testing to help prevent diabetic ketoacidosis.
Symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis
Read about the main signs and symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis, and find out when you should seek medical advice.
Treating diabetic ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis is usually treated in hospital. Find out more about the treatment you may receive.
