Can you get diabetic ketoacidosis with type 2 diabetes?
My father has Type 2 diabetes, and we're trying to manage his condition well. I heard about diabetic ketoacidosis, which sounds very serious. Can someone with Type 2 diabetes also develop DKA?
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6 months ago
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Listen, while DKA is mostly associated with Type 1, Type 2 patients can also get it under extreme stress, severe infection, or if they are taking certain medications like SGLT2 inhibitors. Don't worry too much, just make sure to monitor your blood sugar and stay in touch with your physician.
5 months ago
Beta, it is rare but it can happen, especially during severe illness or infection. I have seen a friend with Type 2 go through this when he neglected his insulin during a bad chest infection. Keep your mind calm and always consult your doctor if you feel very sick.
6 months ago
I am still trying to understand diabetes. Can someone please tell me what the main warning signs of DKA are in Type 2, so we know when it is actually an emergency?
6 months ago
I manage my BP with regular checkups, and my doctor always warns that uncontrolled diabetes can lead to severe acute complications like DKA, even in Type 2. Regular monitoring and a healthy lifestyle are your best defense against these emergencies.
6 months ago
Yes, it is possible and highly dangerous. If you experience rapid breathing, confusion, or a fruity breath odor, don't waste time looking up symptoms online. Go straight to the nearest hospital casualty immediately.
6 months ago
I totally get it, reading about complications like DKA can be really scary when you are managing Type 2. While it is less common than in Type 1, it can still happen. Please stay close to your medical team and get regular tests done.
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6 months ago
Haan bhai, ho toh sakta hai agar sugar bahut zyada badh jaye aur hum dhyan na dein. Hamare gaon me ek sahb ko hospital bharti karna pada tha isi wajah se. Doctor ki baat mano aur dawai bilkul time pe lo.
6 months ago
Actually, yes. My uncle has Type 2 and he ended up in the ICU with DKA last year after a major surgery because his sugars went completely out of control. It's not just for Type 1, so never ignore very high readings or vomiting.
4 months ago
Hey, don't stress too much, but yes, it is possible in some rare cases under heavy stress or illness. Just keep taking your medicines on time and check your sugar levels if you feel unusually sick or nauseous. You've got this!
4 months ago
Yes, it's called ketosis-prone Type 2 diabetes. It usually happens if the body is under massive physical stress or severe dehydration. Keeping your body active and staying hydrated during workouts helps, but definitely follow your diabetologist's medical plan.