Which of the following is a symptom of diabetes loss of sugar?

• A. Acetone smell from breath
• B. Blurred vision
• C. Chronic cough
• D. Rash

Answer: (A)

When insulin isn’t available to let glucose enter cells, the body turns to fat for energy. This fat breakdown produces ketones, including acetone. The acetone is exhaled, giving a fruity, distinctive breath smell. That breath odor is a classic sign of ketosis in diabetes, especially in diabetic ketoacidosis, making it the best match among the options. Blurred vision can happen with high blood sugar but isn’t a ketone-related sign, and chronic cough or rash aren’t typical diabetes symptoms.