Diabetes insipidus(DI)
Also known as: Wasserharnruhr · Central Diabetes Insipidus · Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus · CDI · NDI
Overview
What it is
Diabetes insipidus is a rare disorder affecting the kidneys and the brain's water regulation system. It occurs when the body either does not produce enough of the hormone vasopressin, which controls water retention, or when the kidneys fail to respond to it. This prevents the kidneys from properly concentrating urine, leading to excessive water loss.
How it presents
Owners will typically notice their dog drinking extreme amounts of water and urinating very frequently, with symptoms often appearing during puppyhood or adolescence. Without constant access to water, affected dogs can quickly develop severe dehydration.
Treatment
This is a treatable but lifelong condition requiring ongoing management, which typically costs between 3,000 and 10,000 EUR over the dog's lifetime. The central form is managed with hormone replacement therapy, while the nephrogenic form is more challenging to treat.
How it's tested
Desmopressin-Response-Test(Desmopressin-Test)
Primary testClinical examDer Desmopressin-Response-Test (oft kombiniert mit einem Durstversuch) differenziert zwischen zentralem und nephrogenem Diabetes insipidus durch Messung des spezifischen Uringewichts nach ADH-Gabe.
Issuing body: vet
Result scheme: Clear/Carrier/Affected
Affected breeds
Treatment cost
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.
Frequently asked
What is Diabetes insipidus?
Diabetes insipidus is a rare disorder affecting the kidneys and the brain's water regulation system. It occurs when the body either does not produce enough of the hormone vasopressin, which controls water retention, or when the kidneys fail to respond to it. This prevents the kidneys from properly concentrating urine, leading to excessive water loss.
How is Diabetes insipidus tested?
Tests currently in our database: Desmopressin-Response-Test.
Which breeds are most affected?
This condition isn't tied to a specific breed in our database.