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Diabetic coma history and symptoms
Introduction
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History and Symptoms
History and Symptoms
Nonketotic Hyperosmolar Coma
- Coma
- Confusion
- Convulsions
- Fever
- Increased thirst
- Increased urination (at the beginning of the syndrome)
- Lethargy
- Nausea
- Weakness
- Weight loss
Symptoms may get worse over a period of days or weeks.
Other symptoms that may occur with this disease:
- Dysfunctional movement
- Loss of feeling or function of muscles
- Speech impairment
Diabetic Ketoacidosis
The following signs and symptoms warn you the possibility of diabetic ketoacidosis:
- Shortness of breath
- Fruity breath
- Nausea and vomiting
- Excessive thirst
- Dry skin and mouth
- Flushed face
- Frequent urination
- Stomach pain
- Fatigue
- Loss of appetite
- Weakness or fatigue
- Confusion, stupor that may progress to coma
References
References
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