A diabetic coma is a critical medical condition that causes unconsciousness if a patient is having severe high blood sugar (hyperglycaemia) or having severe low blood sugar (hypoglycaemia).
Causes
- Hypoglycaemia
- Hyperglycaemia
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome
- Infection
- Heart attack
- Kidney failure
- Illness
- Bleeding ulcer
- Blood clot
Symptoms
If a patient is hyperglycaemic following are the signs and symptoms
- Increased heartbeat
- Dry mouth
- Fruity smell from mouth
- Stomach pain
- Shortness of breath
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Frequent urination
If a patient is hypoglycaemic following are the signs and symptoms
- Hunger
- Nausea
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Difficulty speaking
- Confusion
- Anxiety
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Sweating
- Shakiness
- Nervousness
