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Electrolyte Imbalance in Diabetic Ketoacidosis

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Kedist Tedla, MD

If you have diabetes, it's important to be familiar with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). DKA is a serious complication of diabetes that occurs when lack of insulin and high blood sugar lead to potentially life-threatening chemical imbalances. The good news is DKA is largely preventable.

Dr.Kedist Tedla is a physician who is board certified in internal medicine. She has more than 14 years of clinical experience in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. She has a special interest in preventive care and health education. A hospitalist and medical writer, she is a member of the Americal College of Physicians and president of her local chapter of Society of Hospital Medicine.