Bad Breath Could Be A Symptom Of Diabetes
Breath Smells Like Rotten Apples, Pear Drops Or Nail Varnish Remover
One of the symptoms of diabetes type 2 is bad breath. Typical smells are similar to rotten apples, pear drops or nail varnish remover. The smell is caused by the accumulation of ketones in the body, which release their smell through the breath or the sweat. The ketones are a by-product of this health condition. The body extracts energy from carbohydrates and requires insulin for this process. When there is no insulin, the body begins burning fat, which produces ketones. Low insulin means that the pancreas not secreting enough insulin, or the body not reacting to this hormone. Excessive accumulation of ketones results in a condition called diabetic ketoacidosis, which, besides bad breath, also shows as shortness of breath, confusion, and abdominal pain. Additional details click here.
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