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2. HHNS vs. DKA: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments - Healthline

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   Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a complication of type 1 diabetes and, less commonly, type 2 diabetes. When your blood sugar is very high, ketones (acidic substances) can accumulate in your blood ...

3. Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA): Causes, Symptoms, Treatments - WebMD

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   Another condition that can sometimes seem like diabetic ketoacidosis is hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state, also called HHS. HHS and DKA have similar symptoms, including feeling very thirsty, having ...

4. Diabetic ketoacidosis - Wikipedia

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   Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a potentially life-threatening complication of diabetes mellitus. [1] Signs and symptoms may include vomiting, abdominal pain, deep gasping breathing, increased urination, weakness, confusion and occasionally loss of consciousness. [1] A person's breath may develop a specific "fruity" smell. [1]

5. Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state - Wikipedia

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   Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state (HHS), also known as hyperosmolar non-ketotic state (HONK), is a complication of diabetes mellitus in which high blood sugar results in high osmolarity without significant ketoacidosis. [4][5] Symptoms include signs of dehydration, weakness, leg cramps, vision problems, and an altered level of consciousness. [2]

6. Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA): Symptoms, Causes, Treatment

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   Symptoms of DKA can appear quickly. Early symptoms of DKA can include: frequent urination. extreme thirst or dry mouth. high blood sugar levels, also known as hyperglycemia. high levels of ketones ...

7. Diabetic Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Syndrome - Healthline

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   Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome (HHS) is a potentially life threatening condition involving extremely high blood sugar (glucose) levels. When your blood sugar gets too high, the kidneys try to ...

8. Diabetes Emergencies: How You Can Help - WebMD

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   HHS isn't as common as DKA, but it's more dangerous. It's a complication of type 2 diabetes with very high blood sugar -- over 600 mg/dL -- but no or very few ketones.

9. High Blood Sugar: Complications That Can Happen - WebMD

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   Blood sugar that swings either too high or too low is a common problem when you have diabetes. When it happens suddenly, it can cause you to lose consciousness or even die. Over time, high blood ...