Sonam Wangchuk Health Update: Safdarjung Hospital Says Activist Denied IV Fluids, ORS; blood sugar level 78 mg/dL | Today’s news
Sonam Wangchuk Health Update: Safdarjung Hospital Says Activist Denied IV Fluids, ORS; blood sugar level 78 mg/dL
“Sonam Wangchuk was admitted to VMMC & Safdarjung Hospital at 7:40 AM on 18/07/2026 after being brought by the Delhi Police. He was admitted with a history of 20 days of fasting for solid food and general weakness. There is no history of fainting spells. He was conscious at the time of admission,” said he was conscious, had a stable pulse and blood pressure at the hospital.
He added: “Blood gas analysis revealed compensated acidosis with decreased serum potassium with a blood sugar of 78 mg/dL. Repeat serum potassium was similar. Urine ketones were 1+ on admission which increased to 3+ by 1:00 p.m. Although IV fluids were recommended, but the patient refused all IV fluids, he is continuously monitored for oral rehydration solution or fluid, which best suits his health.”
(This is a developing story. More to come)
