Excessive Thirst
An abnormal or excessive feeling of thirst that persists even after drinking fluids, which can be a sign of high blood sugar, dehydration, or certain medications.
What is Excessive Thirst?
Excessive Thirst is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Excessive Thirst that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Excessive Thirst
The following conditions have been associated with Excessive Thirst. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Diabetes Insipidus
A rare condition in which the body cannot balance fluid properly, causing extreme thirst and large volumes of dilute uri...
Type 1 Diabetes
An autoimmune condition in which the pancreas stops producing insulin, usually beginning in childhood or young adulthood...
Type 2 Diabetes
A chronic condition in which the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce enough insulin to maintain normal...
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When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Excessive Thirst is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.