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The tubules allow water to be removed from the body or reabsorbed.Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus; Acquired nephrogenic diabetes insipidus.Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus occurs when the kidney tubules do not respond to a... |
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Symptoms
You may have intense or uncontrollable thirst, and crave ice water. You will produce large amounts of urine, usually...
Causes
Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus occurs when the kidney tubules do not respond to a chemical in the body called antidiu...
Tests
A physical exam may reveal:Low blood pressureRapid pulseShockSigns of dehydrationTesting may reveal:High serum osmola...
Treatments
The goal of treatment is to control the body's fluid levels. Patients will be given a large amount of fluids.
Prevention
There is no known way to prevent congenital nephrogenic diabetes insipidus.Treating the disorders that can lead to th...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of nephrogenic diabetes insipidus.
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