What Causes Dka

DKA develops when your body doesn’t have enough insulin to allow blood sugar into your cells for use as energy. Instead, your liver breaks down fat for fuel, a process that produces acids called ketones. When too many ketones are produced too fast, they can build up to dangerous levels in your body.

How can you prevent ketoacidosis?

1. Commit to managing your diabetes. Make healthy eating and physical activity part of your daily routine. …
2. Monitor your blood sugar level. …
3. Adjust your insulin dosage as needed. …
4. Check your ketone level. …
5. Be prepared to act quickly.

What is glucose dysregulation?

What is dysglycemia? Dysglycemia is a broad term that refers to an abnormality in blood sugar stability. This can include hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) or hyperglycemia (high blood sugar). Blood sugar is regulated through insulin. Insulin is a hormone produced in the pancreas.