Severe Decompensated Diabetes — severe uncontrolled diabetes.
This is a medical emergency — immediate hospital treatment is required.
Why it happens (simple explanation)
Main causes: missed insulin doses, infection, stress, injury, poor diet or incorrect medication use.
How it is diagnosed
Evaluation is performed rapidly:
- Blood glucose and ketone testing
- Blood gas analysis (to detect acidosis)
- Electrolyte and kidney function assessment
How it is treated
Treatment begins immediately in hospital.
Intravenous fluids, insulin infusion, electrolyte correction and addressing the underlying cause.
FAQ
What is severe decompensated diabetes?
Dangerously high blood sugar with severe metabolic imbalance.
Is it always dangerous?
Yes — it can lead to loss of consciousness and life-threatening complications.
What can you do at home?
Nothing — seek emergency help immediately if symptoms appear.
When to seek emergency help?
If there is extreme fatigue, nausea, shortness of breath or risk of losing consciousness.
At Farhod Madad Shifo clinic we pay special attention to rapid diagnosis and life-saving treatment of severe decompensated diabetes: intensive care and individual plan according to the result.
📩 Contact us right now — apply to our Inpatient Department.