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Excessive Thirst

Underlying Cause

Excessive Thirst Underlying Cause

Common causes of increased thirst include:

Salty meal
Dehydration due to:

Diarrhea
Profuse sweating
Vomiting

Conditions that may cause excessive thirst include:

Blood loss
Burns
Congestive heart failure
Diabetes
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Kidney disease
Medication side effects
Sepsis

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Last Updated: Aug 27, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Excessive Thirst References:

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