Definitions
Polydipsia
When to make a doctor’s appointment
See a doctor if:
- Persistent and unexplained
- Weight loss
- Accompanied by unexplained symptoms, such as blurry vision and fatigue
- Passing more than three quarts of urine a day
Self-care
Self-care for thirst caused by diabetes mellitus includes controlling blood sugar (glucose) levels.
When to make a doctor's appointment
See a doctor if:
- Persistent and unexplained
- Weight loss
- Accompanied by unexplained symptoms, such as blurry vision and fatigue
- Passing more than three quarts of urine a day