Excessive Thirst: Why Am I So Thirsty?
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Type 1 Diabetes
Excessive thirst and frequent urination may be signs of undiagnosed type 1 diabetes. Kidneys usually reabsorb sugar and put it back into the bloodstream. Frequent urination may occur when too much sugar builds up in the blood.
The kidneys pull more and more water to deal with large amounts of sugar. This process may result in dehydration, and the body reacts with excessive thirst. It's important to see a doctor for unexplained thirst and increased urinary output to identify or rule out diabetes.6‘Frequent Urination.’ JDRF, www.jdrf.org/t1d-resources/about/symptoms/frequent-urination/
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