The signs and symptoms Of DKA (Diabetic Ketoacidosis)| Kate’s Story | Diabetes UK
Diabetic Ketoacidosis is a serious complication of type 1 diabetes that occurs when your blood sugar levels are extremely high and acidic substances called ketones grow to dangerous levels.
Side effects include (but aren't limited to) extreme thirst, lethargy and weight loss.
Listen to Kate's story about how she found out her 3 year old son was suffering from DKA and what to look out for in yourself or loved ones.
Remember to always seek medical advice from your GP if symptoms appear and find out more on our website
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I’m so sorry your little boy had to go thru this at all…glad they caught it 2nd time around!
Amazing you had a close eye on him. Sorry you had to go through it. Well done though
Great Mom you are 🙂
i got type 1 a year ago i am 30 year old and just being in hospital with dka its so hard to explain when its happens your not really all there
I feel you . The same thing happened to my immodest daughter who is 11. I didn’t know either. She’s ok but ended up in dka . That’s how we found out . I thought she had mono because c she was sleeping alot
Immodest? What are you talking about?
I have t1d I feel your pain I know I don’t know you but I am praying and praying and praying I hope you feel comfortable with diabetes and my name is Ryan by the way I had t1d for 1year almost I was diagnosed may 20 at 1 am be strong and you can do it.
I’m not speak englaish
Why did I wind up in the hospital with DKA when I was taking my insulan??
Hi John. We’re sorry to hear that you had this experience. Have you spoken to your GP or Diabetes Specialist Nurse about this yet? If you have any questions or need further guidance, you’re welcome to contact us on 0345 123 2399, or email helpline@diabetes.org.uk (Mon – Fri; 9am – 6pm). We hope you are keeping well. Take care.