DKA vs KETOSIS

Welcome to our educational video on the crucial distinctions between Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) and Ketosis. In this video, we'll break down the fundamentals of both conditions, highlighting their causes, symptoms, and implications on the body.

🔍 Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA):
Diabetic Ketoacidosis is a severe complication of diabetes, where high blood sugar levels and a lack of insulin lead to the body breaking down fats for energy. This process creates ketones, causing the blood to become acidic. DKA is primarily associated with Type 1 diabetes but can occur in Type 2 diabetes under certain circumstances.

🛑 Key Points about DKA:

High blood sugar (hyperglycemia)
Low insulin levels or insulin resistance
High ketone levels in the blood
Acidity in the blood (ketoacidosis)
👉 Symptoms of DKA:

Excessive thirst and urination
Nausea or vomiting
Abdominal pain
Confusion or altered mental state
Fruity breath odor

📈 Ketosis:
Ketosis is a natural metabolic state where the body utilizes ketones, produced from fat breakdown, as an alternative fuel source when carbohydrate intake is low. Ketosis is often associated with ketogenic diets or fasting, where the body shifts from using glucose to utilizing fat for energy.