10 Signs of Diabetes
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Diabetes Sign #3: Polyuria
Polyuria refers to an abnormally excessive passage of urine. By definition, it occurs when urine output is more than 2.5 to 3 liters over 24 hours in adults. The large volume of urine is often accompanied by frequent urination and increased thirst.
Polyuria is often a symptom or sign of a disorder. It can be seen in uncontrolled diabetes, caffeine consumption, use of diuretics, hypokalemia, hyperparathyroidism, hyperthyroidism, hyperglycemia, heart failure, and many more. in diabetes, polyuria occurs due to osmotic diuresis. This is when the glucose levels are so high that it is excreted in the urine along with water which leads to polyuria.
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