Diabetes insipidus is characterized by polyuria (excessive urination) and polydipsia (excessive thirst) due to a deficiency in antidiuretic hormone (ADH), which results in the kidneys' inability to conserve water. This contrasts with SIADH, where excessive ADH production leads to water retention.
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What is antidiuretic hormone (ADH) and what role does it play in the body?
What are the different types of diabetes insipidus?
How does diabetes insipidus differ from Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone (SIADH)?
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