Match the following:
-Possibly caused by severe diarrhea or untreated diabetes mellitus.
A)Metabolic alkalosis
B)Respiratory acidosis
C)Metabolic acidosis
D)Respiratory alkalosis

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Metabolic acidosis is caused by an excess of acid or a deficit of bicarbonate in the body. Severe diarrhea or untreated diabetes mellitus can lead to a loss of bicarbonate or an accumulation of acid, causing metabolic acidosis.

Match the Following: -Possibly Caused by Severe Diarrhea or Untreated Diabetes Mellitus