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Suggest Medications To Treat Diabetes Insipidus

I have low ADH. I have been tested for Diabetes Insipidus and do have it. The only two Endocrinologists where I live do not what it is. All my mucous membranes are dry, especially my eyes. My eyes are very sensitive to light. Any ideas what I can do? Are there any solutions?
Mon, 24 Apr 2017
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Hello, Thanks for the query.
The condition diabetes Insipidus is a rare entity. There are two types 1)Neurogenic- where there is deficiency of ADH secretion & 2) Nephrogenic where kidney is resistant to the action of ADH.
Since yours is a ADH deficiency disorder, if not very severe then adequate water and other fluid intake should be enough to control the condition. If it is severe, then hormone supplemetation with Desmopresin can be dose. This drug is availabe as tablets, nasal spray and Injections. But better to use it under the guidance of an endocrinologist. It will help reduce water loss and improve all the associated symptoms. Thanks.
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Suggest Medications To Treat Diabetes Insipidus

Hello, Thanks for the query. The condition diabetes Insipidus is a rare entity. There are two types 1)Neurogenic- where there is deficiency of ADH secretion & 2) Nephrogenic where kidney is resistant to the action of ADH. Since yours is a ADH deficiency disorder, if not very severe then adequate water and other fluid intake should be enough to control the condition. If it is severe, then hormone supplemetation with Desmopresin can be dose. This drug is availabe as tablets, nasal spray and Injections. But better to use it under the guidance of an endocrinologist. It will help reduce water loss and improve all the associated symptoms. Thanks.