Diuresis

Diuresis is the production of urine by the kidney. The kidney produces up to 250 L of "prourine" per day, but reabsorbs most before it reaches the bladder.

Related Topics:
Urine - Bladder

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

Polyuria is increased diuresis. This may be due to large fluid intake, various illnesses (diabetes insipidus, osmotic diuresis due to diabetes mellitus or hypercalcemia), various chemical substances (diuretics, caffeine, alcohol) It may also occur after supraventricular tachycardias, childbirth, and the removal of an obstruction within the urinary flow.

Related Topics:
Polyuria - Diabetes insipidus - Osmotic diuresis - Diabetes mellitus - Hypercalcemia - Diuretic - Caffeine - Alcohol - Supraventricular tachycardia - Childbirth

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~