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· Loss of consciousness
DKA is often triggered by an infection such as a urine or chest infection. If you feel unwell always check your blood glucose. It may be in double figures and may be very high. DKA is usually treated in hospital and sometimes in an intensive care unit. If treated promptly complete recovery in a few days is normal. IF NOT TREATED PROMPTLY IT WILL BECOME LIFE THREATENING.
If symptoms of extremely low blood sugar ( a “hypo” or severe insulin reaction) occur you may try taking a sugary drink or a piece of cake or sweet biscuit and this may reverse the symptoms. IF SOMEONE IS UNCONSCIOUS OR “NOT WITH IT” DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES TRY GIVING ANYTHING BY MOUTH AS THEY MAY CHOKE TO DEATH.
· Weakness
· Drowsiness
· Headache
· Confusion
· Dizziness
· Double vision
· Lack of coordination
· Convulsions or unconsciousness
Prevention
Maintaining an ideal body weight and an active lifestyle may prevent the onset of type 2 diabetes. ( Currently there is no way to prevent type 1 diabetes. )
Support Groups
For additional information see diabetes resources such as Diabetes UK. If you have access to a computer there are many sites where you can find information on diabetes which you may find helpful.
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