Hyperglycemic coma

Hyperglycemic coma

Can diabetes cause coma?

Are you aware of diabetic ketoacidosis, one of the reasons why diabetic patients should be cautious about overeating?

The cause of hyperglycemic coma is excessive hyperglycemia resulting from overeating and insulin deficiency.

Initially, there is polyuria, which gradually progresses to gastrointestinal disturbances such as vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain, leading to dehydration and coma.

In cases of coma, electrolyte supply and insulin administration must be provided, and since the mortality rate is high, hospitalization treatment is absolutely necessary.