1. excessive thirst or the drinking of abnormally large amounts of fluids
Usage: medical

Examples

• The patient’s polydipsia was one of the first symptoms noticed by the doctor.
• Diabetes can cause polydipsia along with frequent urination.
• The veterinarian explained that polydipsia in dogs might indicate kidney disease.
• Her polydipsia led her to drink several gallons of water daily.
• The medical team monitored the patient’s polydipsia as part of the diagnostic process.
• Polydipsia is often accompanied by polyuria in diabetic patients.