Medically reviewed by Melissa Nieves, LND Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a complication of diabetes that occurs when the body ...

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a dangerous buildup of acids called ketones in your blood. Ketones are produced when your body doesn’t have enough insulin to convert sugar into energy.

"The risk of diabetic ketoacidosis linked to continuous subcutaneous insulin infusion in type 1 diabetes has significantly ...

High blood sugar levels, also known as hyperglycemia, can result in diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) if insulin levels are low. DKA is a medical emergency. Symptoms include: shortness of breath breath ...