The two main types — type 1 and type 2 — each have different causes and treatments but both can lead to dangerously high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) if not managed properly. The medical examiner did ...

"Severely high sugars may cause dehydration and change in mental status. It can lead to death if not properly treated. Severe hypoglycemia (low sugars) may occur that can cause seizures and death." ...