What does it feel like to go into a diabetic coma?

The severe symptoms of uncontrolled blood sugar that can come before a diabetic coma include vomiting, difficulty breathing, confusion, weakness, and dizziness.

How do you know if you are having a diabetic seizure?

What Are the Symptoms?

Sweating.
Clamminess.
Drowsiness.
Confusion.
Bodily shakes.
Hallucinations.
Rapid and unexpected emotional changes.
Weakness in the muscles.

What are signs of diabetic ketoacidosis in an unconscious person?

Symptoms of ketoacidosis are:

extreme thirst.
lethargy.
frequent urination (due to high blood glucose levels)
nausea.
vomiting.
abdominal pain.
progressive drowsiness.
deep, rapid breathing.

Do you wake up from a diabetic coma?

You are alive in a diabetic coma, but you can’t wake up or respond to sights, sounds, or other stimulation.

Can you hear in a diabetic coma?

In a diabetic coma, you wouldn’t know anything, but it does sound as if you had a very low hypo.

What are the symptoms and warning signs of insulin shock?

Are There Symptoms of Hypoglycemia or Warning Signs of Insulin Shock?

Dizziness.
Irritability.
Moodiness or sudden changes in behavior.
Hunger.
Shakiness.
Sweating.
Rapid heart beat.

How long does a diabetic coma last?

Diabetic ketoacidosis, if it progresses and worsens without treatment, can eventually cause unconsciousness, from a combination of a very high blood sugar level, dehydration and shock, and exhaustion. Coma only occurs at an advanced stage, usually after 36 hours or more of worsening vomiting and hyperventilation.

How fast can a diabetic coma happen?

How is diabetic coma treated?

Diabetic coma requires emergency medical treatment….High blood sugar

Intravenous fluids to restore water to your tissues.
Potassium, sodium or phosphate supplements to help your cells function correctly.
Insulin to help your tissues absorb the glucose in your blood.
Treatment for any underlying infections.