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Diabetes insipidus

Overview

Diabetes insipidus (DI) is a condition characterized by excessive thirst and excretion of large amounts of diluted urine. It occurs when the kidneys are unable to properly concentrate urine, leading to excessive fluid loss and dehydration. It is caused by a deficiency of Antidiuretic Hormone (ADH), also known as Vasopressin, or by the kidneys' insensitivity to ADH.

There are two main types of diabetes insipidus:

  • Central diabetes insipidus
  • Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus
  • Causes

  • Trauma
  • Infections
  • Genetic factors
  • Autoimmune diseases
  • Idiopathic
  • Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus:

  • Genetic mutations
  • Medications
  • Electrolyte imbalances
  • Chronic kidney disease
  • Symptoms

    Common symptoms of diabetes insipidus (DI) include:

  • Excessive thirst (polydipsia)
  • Passing large amounts of urine (polyuria)
  • Frequent need to urinate, especially at night (nocturia)
  • Dehydration
  • Dry skin
  • Fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Treatment: Modern Medicine

    Central Diabetes Insipidus (CDI):

  • Desmopressin (DDAVP) therapy
  • Addressing underlying causes
  • Fluid intake management
  • Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus (NDI):

  • Thiazide diuretics
  • Indomethacin
  • Fluid and electrolyte management
  • Addressing underlying causes
  • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

  • Herbal remedies
  • Ayurvedic medicine
  • Chinese medicine
  • Caution

  • Awareness of Symptoms
  • Dehydration
  • Electrolyte Imbalance
  • Increased Risk of Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
  • Prevention

  • Dietary modifications
  • Lifestyle adjustments
  • Fluid Intake

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