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Description of Diabetes insipidus

DescriptionAccording to dictionary definition  Diabetes insipidus (DI) is a condition where the secretion of and response to the pituitary hormone is impaired and therefore results in the release of large quantities of diluted urine. The kidneys are unable to handle the fluids.  Signs and SymptomsAccording to dictionary definition  Common symptoms are:1. Extreme thirst2. Urge to urinate more often3. Sleeplessness4. May sometimes cause bedwetting  InvestigationsAccording to dictionary definition  Your doctor may recommend you to get laboratory tests done which include:  1. Urine tests2. Serum electrolyte concentrations3. Glucose levels4. Plasma antidiuretic hormone (ADH) levels  TreatmentAccording to dictionary definition  Medications used to treat central diabetes insipidus include:1. Desmopressin2. Vasopressin3. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)  NIH: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney DiseasesAccording to dictionary definition