Polydipsia
Updated: 2023-06-29
Description
Intense thirst even though drinking lots of fluids.
Self-care
Self-care for thirst caused by diabetes mellitus includes controlling blood sugar levels. This includes healthy eating, regular exercise, losing weight and taking medicines if needed.
When to make a doctor's appointment
See a health care professional if there is:
- Ongoing thirst with no known cause.
- Weight loss.
- Blurry vision or tiredness.
- Passing of more than 3 quarts (2.84 liters) of urine a day.