Question
Medicine Question on Neuroanatomy
A patient came to the medical OPD with complaints of polyuria. He has a history of undergoing total hypophysectomy. His Na+ levels are found to be 155 mEq/ L, urine osmolarity was 200 mOsm/L. What is the definitive management in this patient?
A
DDAVP for 2 weeks and then discontinue
B
DDAVP supplementation for lifelong
C
Upsetting of receptors so no treatment is required
D
Thiazides for 2 weeks
Answer
DDAVP supplementation for lifelong
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B): DDAVP supplementation for lifelong