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Why is it that he more water you drink, the more you want to drink water. it is as if drinking water makes me thirsty. thanks!
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Unsure: Constant thirst, often accompanied by persistent hunger and frequent urination are the classic signs of diabetes mellitus and increased need for water can also accompany diabetes insipidus and some other medical conditions, but have never heard of drinking water stimulating thirst.
Answered 1/19/2013
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