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A member asked:

I am seemingly always thirsty. even after drinking lots of water but i'm not diabetic. what else could cause unending thirst?

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Dr. Marcie Berman answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Diet and/or meds: If you are not diabetic,there could be many reasons for your thirst. I would begin by looking at your diet and your medications. Both could be causing thirsty essay.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 12/10/2016

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