A fever is usually the sign of an infection occurring somewhere in the body. A diabetic fever is more severe than a fever that a non-diabetic because it can quickly become severe, and even the slightest fever can throw off you blood sugar levels. If you do not know the origin of your infection, or you are having chronic trouble with fever, it is best to seek medical advice. Diabetic fever can lead to serious consequences if left untreated.

There are several common causes of diabetic fever, aside from your typical cold and flu. Diabetic fever is often caused by urinary tract infections. Usually this is accompanied by a low-grade fever and oral antibiotics are needed to clear it up. Oral thrush is another common cause of diabetic fever. Thrush is a type of infection that can occur in any of the moist areas of the body, the mouth being …