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Gi issues, lost 8lbs in 3-4 wks, dehydr.sympts: dark urine w/ surface swirls, tension headaches, dry mouth, sour taste but drinking alot, high ketones?

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Serum glucose: Have a doctor look at you and at his/her discretion, order lab work. New onset uncontrolled diabetes is a serious possibility along with a number of other acute illnesses. Don't wait much longer.

Dr Stringer agreed

Answered 11/15/2013

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