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DIABETES INSIPIDUS

Categories: Constitutional Diseases

A chronic affection characterized by the passage of
large quantities of normal urine of low specific gravity.



Causes. It is most often found in young males and is probably of nervous

origin. It may follow excitement or brain injury.



Symptoms. The onset is usually gradual. The urine is pale; ten to twenty

quarts a day. Thirst, dryness of the mouth and skin. Appetite and general

conditions are usually normal; sometimes there are feebleness and

emaciation. Death usually occurs from some other disease.



Treatment. There is no known cure. Keep the general health in good

condition according to the advice of your family physician.



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