Diabetes Insipidus

Diabetes Insipidus ( 30 Questions)

Which type of diabetes insipidus occurs during pregnancy and is characterized by increased thirst and excessive urine production?



Correct Answer: C

Gestational diabetes insipidus is a rare condition that occurs during pregnancy and is characterized by increased thirst and excessive urine production. It is caused by placental production of an enzyme that breaks down ADH.

Incorrect choices:

a. This choice is incorrect. Central diabetes insipidus is not specifically associated with pregnancy and is not caused by placental factors.

b. This choice is incorrect. Nephrogenic diabetes insipidus is not specifically associated with pregnancy and is not caused by placental factors.

d. This choice is incorrect. Type 3 diabetes insipidus is not a recognized classification of diabetes insipidus.




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