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What is the production of abnormally large amounts of urine called?
Polyuria (Excessive Urine Production)
What is ADH secretion?
This hormone helps the kidneys control the amount of water your body loses through the urine. SIADH causes the body to retain too much water. ADH is a substance produced naturally in an area of the brain called the hypothalamus. It is then released by the pituitary gland at the base of the brain.
Is vasopressin the same as ADH?
Vasopressin, also known as antidiuretic hormone, is a peptide hormone synthesized in the hypothalamus and stored or released from the posterior pituitary gland.
What does Prostatism mean?
Prostatism is a syndrome associated with outlet obstruction at the bladder neck and the commonest cause is benign prostatic hypertrophy. The main indications for investigation and treatment are these symptoms (especially nocturia).
What is the condition of excessive secretion of urine?
Diabetes insipidus is a condition where the body fails to properly control water balance, resulting in excessive urination. Excessive production of dilute urine in diabetes insipidus is often accompanied by increased thirst and high water intake.
What does abnormal urine results mean?
What Abnormal Results Mean. Abnormal cells in the urine may be a sign of inflammation of the urinary tract or cancer of the kidney, ureters, bladder, or urethra. Be aware that cancer or inflammatory disease cannot be diagnosed with this test alone. The results need to be confirmed with other tests or procedures.
What is abnormal accumulation of fluid in the abdomen?
When more than 25 milliliters (mL) of fluid builds up inside the abdomen, it’s known as ascites. Ascites usually occurs when the liver stops working properly. When the liver malfunctions, fluid fills the space between the abdominal lining and the organs.
Why am I peeing so much?
If there is no medical condition causing you to question why am I peeing so much?, you can help prevent episodes of frequent urination by limiting the amount of alcohol and caffeine you drink, maintaining a healthy diet and, if you smoke, quitting the habit.