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I have diabetes insipidus. is it unusual to drink between 20 up to 35 l per on a hot day. any long term effects?

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If thlirsty drink: No long term negative effects as long as water suppliied.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Yes, large amount: 20-35 liters is a large amount; the quantity retained is the important issue. If heart, liver, kidneys &brain control are intact &in comfortable environment, humans can often survive indefinitely on as little as 0.5 liters/day up to 25 liters/day. The 35 liters you quote is above this, but given diabetes insipidis (↓ed pituitary output of antidiuretic hormone) kidneys will loose water ↑↑ rapidly.

Answered 5/6/2014

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I have diabetes insipidus. is it unusual to drink between 20 up to 35 l per on a hot day. any long term effects?

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