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Diabetes insipidus is a condition in which the kidneys lose large amounts of water due to a lack of, or a resistance to, antidiuretic hormone (ADH, also called arginine vasopressin - AVP). DDAVP is a synthetic analog of ADH, which can treat the lack of ADH produced by the body. If it is caused by renal resistance to ADH, other medications such as hydrochlorothiazide or indomethacin can be used to try to treat the condition.
Most importantly, however, is to keep hydrated.
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Is diabetes insipidus or diabetes mellitus more common?
Diabetes Mellitus is the more common one since Diabetes Insipidus develops from Diabetes mellitus.
Diabetes insipidus?
DefinitionDiabetes insipidus is a condition in which the kidneys are unable to conserve water.Causes, incidence, and risk factorsDiabetes insipidus (DI) is an uncommon condition that occurs when the kidneys are unable to conserve water as they perform their function of filtering blood. The amount of water conserved is controlled by antidiuretic hormone (ADH), also called vasopressin.ADH is a hormone produced in a region of the brain called the hypothalamus. It is then stored and released from the pituitary gland, a small gland at the base of the brain.DI caused by a lack of ADH is called central diabetes insipidus. When DI is caused by a failure of the kidneys to respond to ADH, the condition is called nephrogenic diabetes insipidus.Central diabetes insipidus can be caused by damage to the hypothalamus or pituitary gland as a result of:Head injuryInfectionSurgeryTumorThere is also a form of central diabetes insipidus that runs in families.Nephrogenic DI involves a defect in the parts of the kidneys that reabsorb water back into the bloodstream. It occurs less often than central DI. Nephrogenic DI may occur as an inherited disorder in which male children receive the abnormal gene that causes the disease from their mothers.Nephrogenic DI may also be caused by:Certain drugs (such as lithium, amphotericin B, and demeclocycline)High levels of calcium in the body (hypercalcemia)Kidney disease (such as polycystic kidney disease)SymptomsExcessive thirstMay be intense or uncontrollableMay involve a craving for ice waterExcessive urine volumeSigns and testsMRI of the headUrinalysisUrine outputTreatmentThe cause of the underlying condition should be treated when possible.Central diabetes insipidus may be controlled with vasopressin (desmopressin, DDAVP). You take vasopressin as either a nasal spray or tablets.If nephrogenic DI is caused by medication (for example, lithium), stopping the medication may help restore normal kidney function. However, after many years of lithium use, the nephrogenic DI may be permanent.Hereditary nephrogenic DI and lithium-induced nephrogenic DI are treated by drinking enough fluids to match urine output and with drugs that lower urine output. Drugs used to treat nephrogenic DI include:Anti-inflammatory medication (indomethacin)Diuretics [hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) and amiloride]Expectations (prognosis)The outcome depends on the underlying disorder. If treated, diabetes insipidus does not cause severe problems or reduce life expectancy.ComplicationsIf thirst mechanisms are normal and you drink enough fluids, there are no significant effects on body fluid or salt balance.Not drinking enough fluids can lead to the following complications:Dehydration Dry skinDry mucus membranesFeverRapid heart rateSunken appearance to eyesSunken fontanelles (soft spot) in infantsUnintentional weight lossElectrolyteimbalance Fatigue, lethargyHeadacheIrritabilityMuscle painsCalling your health care providerCall your health care provider if you develop symptoms of diabetes insipidus.If you have diabetes insipidus, contact your health care provider if frequent urination or extreme thirst return.ReferencesGoldman L, Ausiello D.Goldman: Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders Elsevier;2007:chap 241, 242.
Can a Type 2 Diabetes take Aleve?
No, diabetes doesn't have hands or a mouth. But a person that has type two diabetes can take aleve
Diabetes can you still take nytric efx?
can you still take ytric efx if you have diabetes
Can you take theraflu with diabetes and high blood pressure?
no you can not take theraflu if you have high blood pressure and diabetes.
How many different types of carbohydrates?
There are 2 types of diabetes. Type 1 is more commonly seen in children. Type 1 is worse than Type 2 as you have to have insulin administered through injections. If you have Type 2 (which is normally seen in adults or people who are overweight) you will just have to take pills.
How do you find out if my cat has diabetes?
You would need to take your cat to a vet and they could do blood work on the cat.
What are the latest diabetes treatment options?
There are diabetes pills your daughter can take to help her manage her diabetes. She will take a pill once a day t control her blood sugar.
Do you have to take medication for diabetes?
yes
Why does type 2 diabetics can't take penicillin?
Diabetes is not a contraindication for penicillin. You can safely take penicillin without regard to diabetes.
Is diabetes like AIDS?
no it's not . you can cure diabetes. you can only take medicine to help with adis.
If i have diabetes type 2 when should i take my blood sugar levels?
when should i take my blood sugar levels if i have diabetes type 2?
