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Diabetes insipidus in children happens when the kidneys put out large amounts of water in pee. It’s not the same as <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/juvenile-diabetes.html\">diabetes</a> mellitus, like type 1 and type 2 diabetes, which involve blood sugars.  </p>\r\n<p>A child with diabetes insipidus can have extreme thirst and make large amounts of pale pee. They may have to pee a lot during the night and prefer cold drinks. Kids can also have fever, vomiting, weight loss and trouble with bowel movements. Our endocrinologists know what to look for, and how to treat it. </p>\r\n"}} id=text-a77876b8ae class=cmp-text>
Diabetes insipidus in children happens when the kidneys put out large amounts of water in pee. It’s not the same as diabetes mellitus, like type 1 and type 2 diabetes, which involve blood sugars. Â
A child with diabetes insipidus can have extreme thirst and make large amounts of pale pee. They may have to pee a lot during the night and prefer cold drinks. Kids can also have fever, vomiting, weight loss and trouble with bowel movements. Our endocrinologists know what to look for, and how to treat it.Â
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Diabetes insipidus in children happens when the kidneys put out large amounts of water in pee. It’s not the same as <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/juvenile-diabetes.html\">diabetes</a> mellitus, like type 1 and type 2 diabetes, which involve blood sugars.  </p>\r\n<p>A child with diabetes insipidus can have extreme thirst and make large amounts of pale pee. They may have to pee a lot during the night and prefer cold drinks. Kids can also have fever, vomiting, weight loss and trouble with bowel movements. Our endocrinologists know what to look for, and how to treat it. </p>\r\n"}} id=text-6fee4b1e52 class=cmp-text>
Diabetes insipidus in children happens when the kidneys put out large amounts of water in pee. It’s not the same as diabetes mellitus, like type 1 and type 2 diabetes, which involve blood sugars. Â
A child with diabetes insipidus can have extreme thirst and make large amounts of pale pee. They may have to pee a lot during the night and prefer cold drinks. Kids can also have fever, vomiting, weight loss and trouble with bowel movements. Our endocrinologists know what to look for, and how to treat it.Â
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Diabetes insipidus in children happens when the kidneys put out large amounts of water in pee. It’s not the same as <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/juvenile-diabetes.html\">diabetes</a> mellitus, like type 1 and type 2 diabetes, which involve blood sugars.  </p>\r\n<p>A child with diabetes insipidus can have extreme thirst and make large amounts of pale pee. They may have to pee a lot during the night and prefer cold drinks. Kids can also have fever, vomiting, weight loss and trouble with bowel movements. Our endocrinologists know what to look for, and how to treat it. </p>\r\n"}} id=text-8579e17585 class=cmp-text>
Diabetes insipidus in children happens when the kidneys put out large amounts of water in pee. It’s not the same as diabetes mellitus, like type 1 and type 2 diabetes, which involve blood sugars. Â
A child with diabetes insipidus can have extreme thirst and make large amounts of pale pee. They may have to pee a lot during the night and prefer cold drinks. Kids can also have fever, vomiting, weight loss and trouble with bowel movements. Our endocrinologists know what to look for, and how to treat it.Â
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Treatment for Diabetes Insipidus at 91´óÉñ
Diabetes insipidus results when the pituitary gland, which is located under the brain, doesn’t produce enough antidiuretic hormone (ADH). ADH regulates water and salts in the body. Without that regulation, the body releases too much water during urination. This can lead to dehydration and other complications. </p>\r\n<p>There are different types of diabetes insipidus, and different things can cause it. With careful evaluation, we design a treatment plan specific to your child’s condition. We watch over your child to keep them growing healthy and strong. </p>\r\n"}} id=text-ef28b7c991 class=cmp-text>
Diabetes insipidus results when the pituitary gland, which is located under the brain, doesn’t produce enough antidiuretic hormone (ADH). ADH regulates water and salts in the body. Without that regulation, the body releases too much water during urination. This can lead to dehydration and other complications.Â
There are different types of diabetes insipidus, and different things can cause it. With careful evaluation, we design a treatment plan specific to your child’s condition. We watch over your child to keep them growing healthy and strong.Â