Question

Which of these symptoms would be common among individuals suffering from diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus?

• A. Both lose weight
• B. Both tend to urinate frequently
• C. Urine in both contains a high amount of sugar
• D. Both lack energy.

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Both tend to urinate frequently

The word 'diabetes' means excessive urination. And therefore this is common to both diabetes mellitus as well as diabetes insipidus. Due to frequent urination, high water intake is common in individuals suffering from both. The rest of the symptoms given in the question are found in individuals suffering from diabetes mellitus.