Diseases and Conditions
Diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome
Overview
Symptoms
Causes
Risk factors
Complications
Prevention
Diagnosis
Treatment
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Causes
Diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome may be triggered by:
- Illness or infection
- Not following a diabetes treatment plan or having an inadequate treatment plan
- Certain medications, such as water pills (diuretics)
Sometimes undiagnosed diabetes results in diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome.