Diabetic coma

Diabetic coma is a life-threatening complication of diabetes that causes loss of consciousness If you have diabetes, high or low blood sugar can cause a coma

During a diabetic coma, the person is alive but unresponsive to stimuli such as light, sound, or other forms of stimulation. Without treatment, diabetic coma is fatal

Diabetic coma is a dangerous condition, but fortunately, it can be prevented Be sure to stick to your diabetes treatment plan

A long episode of fluctuating blood sugar levels can lead to a variety of conditions, leading to a diabetic coma

Diabetic ketoacidosis If the muscles lack energy, the body begins to break down fat This process is accompanied by the release of toxic acids - ketones Without treatment, diabetic ketoacidosis will be complicated by diabetic coma

Diabetic ketoacidosis is most common in type 1 diabetes, but can also develop in type 2 or gestational diabetes.

Diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome If the blood glucose level is more than 600 milligrams/deciliter, this condition is called diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome.

If the sugar level is this high, the blood becomes thick and syrupy Excess sugar passes from the blood into the urine, which causes the filtration process to increase and a large volume of fluid to be removed from the body.

Untreated, diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome leads to life-threatening dehydration and diabetic coma. The syndrome is common in middle-aged and older adults with type 2 diabetes

Hypoglycemia The brain needs glucose to maintain normal function You may lose consciousness when your glucose levels drop Hypoglycemia is caused by an excessive dose of insulin or insufficient food Excessive exercise or alcohol are also possible causes

Signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia depend on its severity In long-term diabetes, you may miss early signs such as hunger pangs, tremors, and sweating Symptoms sometimes appear only in severe cases This condition is called hypoglycemia