What Is Diabetes Insipidus?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
4. Central Diabetes Insipidus
Four types of diabetes insipidus exist. The first of these is central diabetes insipidus, which occurs when the endocrine system fails to secrete vasopressin. This chemical, also known as antidiuretic hormone, plays many roles in the body, including regulating the amount of urine produced.
A rare genetic defect causes the heritable form of central diabetes insipidus. Otherwise, it usually occurs when the hypothalamus or the pituitary gland is damaged due to a head injury, surgery, infection or uncontrolled inflammation. These injuries prevent the organs from functioning properly and maintaining fluid homeostasis.
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