Diabetes insipidus; nephrogenic
Alternative names:
acquired nephrogenic diabetes insipidus; gypsy's curse; nephrogenic diabetes insipidus
Symptoms:
Inadequate fluid consumption can result in:
Signs and tests:
Examination may indicate dehydration and/or shock if fluid intake is inadequate. The pulse rate may be rapid with a low blood pressure present. The most significant indication of diabetes insipidus is persistent high urine output regardless of fluid intake.
Signs associated with high urine output are:
|