A member asked:

What are causes for lack of thirst in a pediatric patient? 12yrs and still have to push to get 32oz./day. has continual sweaty hands&feet.

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Dr. Melissa Gowans answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Water: How much do they drink without your pushing?How concentrated is the urine?32 oz is a great goal, but there is going to be some day to day variability based on activity level, other sources of fluid intake etc. Ask yourself, is this really the battle you want to have with them right now? Teenagers have a tendency to push back when they feel like control is being taken away. Choose your battles.

Answered 11/8/2014

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

He needs to be: evaluated for endocrine disorders including diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus. Take care and God bless you!

Answered 11/7/2014

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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

?: Not enough information to really say much here. is he anxious? Is getting him to drink fluids a battle? Are you worried about him getting enough fluids? There is no concerning disorder linked to these two findings. Need to explore history deeper, Urinalysis, exam

Answered 11/7/2014

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