Meera S. Meera S. Asked 5 months ago

Can type 2 diabetes get dka?

I thought DKA (Diabetic Ketoacidosis) mostly happens to people with Type 1 diabetes. My friend, who has Type 2, recently ended up in the hospital with DKA. Can Type 2 diabetics also get DKA, or is it rare?

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Karan Singhal Karan Singhal Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Yes, while DKA is rare in Type 2, it can happen during severe illness or extreme stress. Keeping active with regular brisk walking helps keep your insulin sensitivity up and sugars down, but if you're feeling extremely sick, skip the workout and rest.

Sita Devi Sita Devi Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Haan babu, ye dka ek badi bimari hoti hai jo sugar bahut badhne par hoti hai. Type 2 wale logo ko bhi ho sakta hai agar hum laparwahi karein. Apni dawai samay par khao aur dhyan rakho.

Sanjay Verma Sanjay Verma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

DKA in Type 2 can happen during infections or if you stop meds. A practical solution is to always have ketone strips and a glucometer at home. If your sugar crosses 250 and you feel nauseous, check ketones immediately.

Shalini Nair Shalini Nair Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

When I first heard about DKA, I was so overwhelmed with fear that I couldn't sleep. It is completely normal to feel terrified of these severe complications. Just take it one day at a time and follow your medical routine.

Amit Deshpande Amit Deshpande Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Agree with everyone. Type 2 patients can get DKA, so always seek immediate emergency care if you experience vomiting, deep breathing, or heavy confusion.

Meera Sen Meera Sen Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

I totally get it, medical terms like DKA can sound very intimidating. While it mostly affects Type 1, Type 2 patients can also get it during heavy infections or dehydration. Please keep drinking plenty of water and don't skip your routine tests.

Siddharth Sen Siddharth Sen Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Hospitalization for DKA can be very expensive in private clinics. It is much cheaper and safer to buy a basic home glucometer and do periodic checkups rather than neglecting symptoms and facing an emergency later.

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Karthik Subramanian Karthik Subramanian Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

My father's doctor explained that certain new diabetes medications can sometimes cause atypical DKA in Type 2. So, while traditional lifestyle changes are good, always consult your physician if you feel unusually fatigued or breathless.

Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

I completely understand how scary it is to read about life-threatening conditions like DKA on the internet. Your anxiety is valid, but remember that DKA is still quite rare in Type 2. Just keep tracking your daily sugars to stay safe.

Rohan Gupta Rohan Gupta Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

I track my glucose patterns using a CGM app, and it really helps flag any high trends early. It's rare for Type 2 to get DKA, but using smart health trackers is a great way to monitor and prevent any extreme spikes.

Neha Deshmukh Neha Deshmukh Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Yes, Type 2 can develop DKA under extreme physiological stress like surgery or severe infection. Realistically, you should always keep a medical emergency contact ready and check your sugars if you feel suddenly very unwell.

Sameer Vyas Sameer Vyas Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I panicked like crazy when my doctor mentioned the risk of DKA during my urinary tract infection. But he reassured me that with proper hydration and regular medication, the risk is extremely low. It's very manageable once you stay calm.

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