There are ketone bodies in the urine. What's the danger?

Dr. Jordan Hayes
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Ketone body in urine may cause hypoglycemia, ketoacidosis, sepsis, etc.

There are ketone bodies in the urine. What's the danger?

1. Hypoglycemic

ketone body is too high, glucose concentration in the blood decreases, may cause hypoglycemia, leading to dizziness, fatigue, palpitation and other discomfort symptoms.

2. Ketoacidosis

In extreme cases, too high ketone body may lead to ketoacidosis, which is a serious metabolic disease and requires timely medical attention.

There are ketone bodies in the urine. What's the danger?

3. Sepsis Ketone

body in urine may indicate sepsis. If not actively treated, it may cause septic shock, organ failure and even life-threatening.



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