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What Causes The Presence Of Ketones In Urine?
I am experiencing a burning sensation when I urinate, what can I do to try and clear up the burning,i have had a test checking the function of my kidneys and my doctor said my kidneys are fine. I am on a medicine .Enapril. 2 pills a day , it is anything else I can do? I have check my urine with the ketone stick and it shows there is trace,
Tue, 26 Feb 2019
Hi,
If your cells don't get enough glucose, your body burns fat for energy instead. This produces a substance called ketones, which can show up in your blood and urine. High ketone levels in urine may indicate diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a complication of diabetes that can lead to a coma or even death.
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Regards,
Dr. Monish De, Oncologist
If your cells don't get enough glucose, your body burns fat for energy instead. This produces a substance called ketones, which can show up in your blood and urine. High ketone levels in urine may indicate diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a complication of diabetes that can lead to a coma or even death.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Monish De, Oncologist
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