Fruity Breath Odor
Fruity breath odor, or “acetone breath” is a dangerous symptom that is a medical emergency. Life-threatening causes include acidosis such as diabetic ketoacidosis from undiagnosed diabetes. Without immediate treatment, there is the risk of diabetic coma and death. Fruity
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Causes
Causes of fruity breath odor, or acetone breath odor, include:
- Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)
- Type 1 diabetes (undiagnosed or poorly controlled) ...
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