Question

What disorder is Harry suffering from? What hormonal therapy is he undergoing?
Harry is suffering from weakness, excessive thirst, and increased urine production. Harry’s doctor diagnoses him with
and prescribes a nasal spray containing
for treatment.

Answer 1

Answer:

Diabetes insipidus

Explanation:

Signs and symptoms of diabetes insipidus include:

   Extreme thirst

   Producing large amounts of diluted urine

   Frequent need to get up to urinate during the night

   Preference for cold drinks

Desmopressin nasal spray is used to treat central cranial diabetes insipidus

Answer 2

Answer:

Diabetes Insipidus and Antidiuretic Hormone

Explanation:

Diabetes insipidus occurs when the body is unable to produce an adequate amount of the hormone vasopressin