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Central diabetes insipidus is a rare condition -- marked by extreme thirst and excessive urine output -- caused by a deficiency of the hormone vasopressin that normally would limit the amount of urine made. See also dia...
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Symptoms
Increased amount of urine production; Excessive thirst; Confusion and changes in consciousness (if the patient is unabl...
Causes
Central diabetes insipidus occurs when the body has too little of the hormone vasopressin. Vasopressin normally limits ...
Tests
A person with central diabetes insipidus produces more than 3 liters of urine a day. Urinalysis will show a low concent...
Treatments
The cause of the underlying condition should be treated. Vasopressin (desmopressin) will be given either as a nasal spr...
Complications
Dehydration; Electrolyte imbalance; Confusion and changes in mental status may develop if the condition is not treated....
Prevention
Many of the cases may not be preventable. Prompt treatment of infections, tumors, and injuries may reduce risk.
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms indicate diabetes insipidus may be present.
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