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Excessive urination and extreme thirst (especially for cold water) are typical for DI. Symptoms of diabetes insipidus are quite similar to those of untreated [[diabetes mellitus]], with the distinction that the urine is not sweet as it does not contain glucose and there is no [[hyperglycemia]] (elevated [[blood glucose]]). Blurred vision is a rarity. The extreme urination continues throughout the day and the night. In children, DI can interfere with appetite, eating, weight gain, and [[human development (biology)|growth]] as well. They may present with [[fever]], [[vomiting]], or [[diarrhea]]. Adults with untreated DI may remain healthy for decades as long as enough water is drunk to offset the urinary losses. However, there is a continuous risk of [[dehydration]]. | |||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
History and Symptoms
Excessive urination and extreme thirst (especially for cold water) are typical for DI. Symptoms of diabetes insipidus are quite similar to those of untreated diabetes mellitus, with the distinction that the urine is not sweet as it does not contain glucose and there is no hyperglycemia (elevated blood glucose). Blurred vision is a rarity. The extreme urination continues throughout the day and the night. In children, DI can interfere with appetite, eating, weight gain, and growth as well. They may present with fever, vomiting, or diarrhea. Adults with untreated DI may remain healthy for decades as long as enough water is drunk to offset the urinary losses. However, there is a continuous risk of dehydration.