The rapid metabolism of fats that occurs in diabetes mellitus promotes an osmotic diuresis that, in turn, can result in which of the following?
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In diabetes mellitus, the body either doesn't produce enough insulin or can't effectively use the insulin it produces. This leads to high blood sugar levels. When blood sugar levels are consistently high, the body tries to compensate by metabolizing fats at a Show more…
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