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What Causes Excessive Thirst?
My 13-month-old has become excessively thirsty in the last 3 days. He ll get really upset until I give him a drink and will chug down up to 6 ounces of milk, juice, or water. He s drinking about 8-10 ounces every hour. Could this just be a passing thing or should I take him to the doctor?
Tue, 13 Oct 2020
Hi,
If started only 3 days back, we need not worry now. This may be from a change in environmental temperature or dehydration. Look for any high coloured urine, suggesting dehydration. If not resolving in 5-7 days, we can evaluate for causes like diabetes.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
If started only 3 days back, we need not worry now. This may be from a change in environmental temperature or dehydration. Look for any high coloured urine, suggesting dehydration. If not resolving in 5-7 days, we can evaluate for causes like diabetes.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Muhammed Aslam T. K., Pediatrician
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