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Diabetes Insipidus (DI) is characterized by polyuria and polydipsia due to either vasopressin deficiency (central DI) or insensitivity (nephrogenic DI). Central DI can arise from various causes including trauma, tumors, and genetic mutations, while nephrogenic DI may be drug-induced or due to electrolyte imbalances. Diagnosis involves assessing serum and urine osmolality, and treatment options include fluid therapy and vasopressin analogs like DDAVP.
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