4. Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetes occurs when the body does not process glucose effectively. When the body does not have enough glucose, it converts fat into energy. The body uses fat to obtain triglycerides. When the body is using fat for energy, it might cause certain acids to build up in the body. The acids are called ketones. In most cases, the ketones will exit the body through the urinary tract.
The body can use ketones as a way to feed your brain and fuel essential functions of the body. People with diabetes who cannot properly process insulin may cause elevated levels of ketones in the blood. This can result in ketoacidosis, which may be fatal if left untreated. In diabetic patients, ketoacidosis will almost always cause the person to have low levels of potassium in their blood as well. It is essential to keep your blood sugar levels in check when you have diabetes and also to make sure that you are eating a healthy diet.