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Can Excess Thirst Be Indicative Of Diabetes?

I am thirsty all the time to the point I can t drink a drink in moderation I have to guzzle it down and I m so full I Urinate every 10-15 minutes. Fearing diabeties my wife has been taking my blood sugar Which is coming back fine. I am feeling no pain but I m starting to get nervous
Thu, 5 Mar 2020
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Hi,

Diabetes is characterized by excess of hunger, excess of thirst & excessive urination. Raised blood sugar (fasting &two hours after food) confirms it. Excessive thirst followed by voracious intake of liquid without raised blood sugar does not fit in diabetics symptom. Excessive thirst can be due to excessive dehydration,exposure to heat or due to physical or psychological stress It can can be seen in few persons as an inborn habit. Please don't worry if blood sugar is fine.

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Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician
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Can Excess Thirst Be Indicative Of Diabetes?

Hi, Diabetes is characterized by excess of hunger, excess of thirst & excessive urination. Raised blood sugar (fasting &two hours after food) confirms it. Excessive thirst followed by voracious intake of liquid without raised blood sugar does not fit in diabetics symptom. Excessive thirst can be due to excessive dehydration,exposure to heat or due to physical or psychological stress It can can be seen in few persons as an inborn habit. Please don t worry if blood sugar is fine. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Vasudha Jayant Athavale, General & Family Physician