Thirst - absent

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Thirst - absent

Definition:

A lack of thirst.

Alternative Names:

Adipsia; Lack of thirst; Absence of thirst

Considerations:

The absence of thirst at various times during the day is normal, if the body is not requiring fluid replacement. However, a rapid change in the need for fluids should prompt a visit to your physician.

Common Causes:

hypothalamic injury or tumor (the hypothalamus is a small area in the brain; it secretes hormones that control many of the internal body processes including thirst)
head injury
stroke
bronchial tumor (SIADH conditions)
cirrhosis

Review Date: 11/30/2001
Reviewed By: Steven Angelo, M.D. Department of Internal Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, Hospital of Saint Raphael, New Haven, CT. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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