Diabetes insipidus Flashcards by Z H | Brainscape

Q

What is diabetes insipidus

A

Body cannot hold water properly

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What are the key symptoms of diabetes insipidus

A

Frequent urination

Dehydration

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Cranial diabetes insipidus

A

Brain produces less ADH

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Nephrotic diabetes insipidus

A

Kidneys resistant to the effects of ADH

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Treatment for diabetes insipidus

A

Vasopressin and desmopressin

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Side effects of desmopressin

A

Hyponatraemic convulsions

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