compulsive polydipsia

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compulsive polydipsia,

a compelling urge to drink excessive amounts of liquid. The condition is psychogenic; it is not caused by any organic dysfunction or physical deprivation. Extreme cases can result in death from water intoxication and electrolyte imbalance. Also called psychogenic polydipsia. Compare diabetes insipidus. See also polydipsia.

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