- Jan 26, 2012
My brother in law has type 2 diabetes. Friday he woke up very confused. His wife called 911...

Diabetic ketoacidosis is a complication of diabetes. It is caused by the buildup of by-products of fat breakdown, called ketones. This occurs when glucose is not available as a fuel source for the body, and fat is used instead.
DKA; Ketoacidosis; Diabetic coma