Is it normal to always be thirsty?

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I am always thirsty. I can drink four pretty big glases of water per hour and im still parched. My mother tells me that I have to drink more water, but I don't think she realized how much I drink already, because with the water I drink little glasses of whatever kind of drink I can find if I can't find my water glass. Over all I probably drink about five gallons of liquid a day and it NEVER HELPS. Any suggestions on whats wrong with me? I'd really appreciate the advice.

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  • medicman
    13 years ago | pl

    Just like the people above have said, you are at an extremely high risk for diabetes. Thirst is a classic sign. Your body is trying to fight off excess sugar in your blood stream by diluting it with extra water intake.

    You could die if you aren't seen soon. Go as soon as you read this.

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  • salkenyon
    12 years ago | pl

    You do need to see a Dr. soon, you said you consume 5 gallons of fluid a day but did not mention if you excrete as much fluid as well. Diabetes has a sign indicated by excessive thirst, but diabetes insipidus is another disorder related to head injury that has signs of excessive thirst and fluid excretion you should see a doctor soon DI and diabetes are treatable. Intentional fluid overload is dangerous please see your doctor soon.

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  • kellstar
    13 years ago | pl

    Also if u drink too much (I mean ALOT) it can make the brain swell up and can be fatal. See a doctor and have some tests done

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  • jadelove
    13 years ago | pl

    Go see dr soon...u can drink too much

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  • aussiewolf
    13 years ago | pl

    if you drink too much water it can cause a stroke (google it). go and see a doctor.

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  • Echoes
    13 years ago | pl

    ^^that's very right. See a doctor.

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  • [Old Memory]
    13 years ago | pl

    Could be a sign of diabetes.

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