endocrine
Diabetes insipidus
insipidus (DI) is a condition characterized by large amounts of dilute urine and increased thirst. The amount of urine produced can be nearly 20 liters per day. Reduction of fluid has little effect on the concentration of the urine. may include or .
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Symptoms — what it feels like
- ·Large amounts of dilute urine, increased thirst
Causes — why it happens
- ·Depends on the type
How it's found
- ·Urine tests, blood tests, fluid deprivation test
Treatment
- ·Drinking sufficient fluids
Complications
- ·,
Outlook
- ·Good with treatment
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