Arginine Vasopressin Deficiency (AVP-D)
Arginine Vasopressin Deficiency (AVP-D)
AVP - Deficiency, formerly known as Diabetes insipidus (DI), is caused by a problem with either the production, or action, of the hormone vasopressin (AVP). If you have AVP-D your kidneys are unable to retain water.
This leads to the production of large volumes of urine and, in turn, greatly increased thirst. AVP Deficiency can occur at any age, but is mostly found in adults. It is a rare disorder, affecting only about 1 in 25,000 people.
More information and resources available on AVP-D ( Diabetes insipidus ) from the Pituitary Foundation UK website and Got Arginine Vasopressin Deficiency Facebook Group - links below