Untreated diabetes mellitus may result in

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Untreated diabetes mellitus leads to high blood sugar levels, which can cause ketoacidosis (accumulation of ketones in the blood due to breakdown of fats for energy in the absence of glucose) and dehydration (due to excessive urination caused by the body's attempt to eliminate excess glucose). Therefore, both options D (ketoacidosis and dehydration) is correct. Option A (ketoacidosis) alone would also be correct, but option B (dehydration) and option C (inactivation of gluconeogenesis) alone are not fully accurate.

Untreated Diabetes Mellitus May Result in