Primary Polydipsia is also referred to as psychogenic
Polydipsia. In these situations no identifiable abnormality can
be found in the kidney or in the hypothalamus or pituitary
gland. When the individual affected is deprived of water,
frequently the response of the kidney and of the brain is
normal. However, chronic over ingestion of substantial amounts
of water can alter the concentrations of compounds within the
kidney that are important for the reabsorption of water.
Sometimes, primary Polydipsia may become associated with
diabetes insipidus. Causes of Primary Polydipsia In a large
number of cases of primary Polydipsia, not identifiable cause of
the condition can be found. Of the remaining people, psychiatric
disorders are common. Other conditions have been seen in
association with this including remote head trauma, vitamin A
intoxication and sarcoidosis. Signs and Symptoms of Primary
Polydipsia Since people with normal kidneys are able to excrete
large volumes of water, it is difficult to artificially low