10 Ketoacidosis Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #7: Rapid Breathing
Every time we breath in, the oxygen in our lungs is absorbed by our blood. The blood is then able to transport the blood to wherever it is needed in the body. If our body needs more oxygen, for whatever reason, then we may begin to breathe faster in order to meet the increase in demand.
When ketoacidosis occurs, the blood’s ability to carry oxygen is adversely affected. The body still needs oxygen, though, so the lungs will get to work and try to make up the difference. This results in a type of rapid breathing known in the medical world as Kussmaul breathing.
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