Publication Date: 12/2/2005
Remember that the information presented here is not intended to replace the care of your own doctor. Before making any changes in the management of your own illness, you should consult your physician or other qualified medical professionals.
Question
I have all of the symptoms of diabetes, and I am wondering what would happen if I had a load of sugar and do have it. A few days ago, I had a glass of cola (which contained a fair amount of sugar), and I started burning up, sweating, feeling ill, and I had a throbbing headache. Should I go to the doctor and be checked out?Answer
If you have the symptoms of diabetes, you ought to be evaluated by a physician. Consuming large amounts of sugar (such as in cola) could lead to a life-threatening situation called diabetic ketoacidosis if your blood sugar is already too high.Please see your doctor as soon as possible.
