If diabetes is not treated adequately, or too little insulin is produced, a loss of sodium, potassium, and ketone bodies through excessive urination is likely to lead to
A) hypoglycemia.
B) ketoacidosis.
C) hypothyroidism.
D) hyperthyroidism.
E) seizures.

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Ketoacidosis is a serious complication of diabetes that occurs when your body produces high levels of blood acids called ketones. It typically develops when the body can't produce enough insulin, leading to high blood sugar and the breakdown of fat for energy, which produces ketones. This can cause a dangerous buildup of ketones in the bloodstream, leading to ketoacidosis.

If Diabetes Is Not Treated Adequately, or Too Little Insulin