Dictionary entry overview: What does ensue mean? â¢ ENSUE (verb) The verb ENSUE has 1 sense: 1. issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end Familiarity information: ENSUE used as a verb is very rare.
Diabetic ketoacidosis signs and symptoms often develop quickly, sometimes within 24 hours. For some, these signs and symptoms may be the first indication of having diabetes. You may notice: Excessive thirst. Frequent urination. Nausea and vomiting. Abdominal pain. Weakness or fatigue.
Diabetic ketoacidosis occurs when a person with diabetes becomes dehydrated. As the body produces a stress response, hormones (unopposed by insulin due to the insulin deficiency) begin to break down muscle, fat, and liver cells into glucose (sugar) and fatty acids for use as fuel.