Synonym(s)
- excessive thirst and fluid intake
Definition(s)
- Chronic excessive intake of water; it may be from an organic cause, such as the dehydration of diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, or a reaction to medication, or from a psychological cause. When untreated it can lead to water intoxication.
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Definition from: NCI Thesaurus via Unified Medical Language System at the National Library of Medicine
- Excessive or abnormal thirst.
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Definition from: Merriam-Webster's Medical Dictionary by Merriam-Webster Inc.
See also Understanding Medical Terminology.