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Unexplained blood glucose level higher than 250 mg/dl
Presence of ketones in blood or urine
Fruity smelling breath
Dry mouth
Nausea
Vomiting
Fever
Abdominal pain
Low blood pressure
Shortness of breath
Dehydration
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Pale or clammy skin
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