Does breath smelling like syrup a sign of diabetes a 41 year old women in new york

When : When someone with diabetes does not have enough Insulin to break down glucose (sugar) in the blood they break down fats for energy instead. This breakdown causes a build-up of acids in the blood known as ketones. These ketones can be smelled on the breath and are a sweet, fruity odor - similar to acetone nail polish removal. This is called diabetic ketoacidosis. People usually have other symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, excessive thirst and urination, stomach pain and flushing. If you think someone might be suffering from diabetic ketoacidosis, this is a medical emergency and you should either call their doctor or go to the emergency room. Good luck!

No: Poorly controlled diabetes can cause breath to smell like rotten apples.

Go to your GP: It sounds like you have some concerns about Type 2 Diabetes, you are a 42 year old lady. The classic symptoms of Diabetes are peeing a lot, drinking a lot, and feeling very hungry. These are referred to as polyuria, polydipsia, and polyphagia. There are other symptoms that are less well-known such as itchy skin, recurrent yeast infections. Know your family history, and go to visit your doctor.