Polyuria (Increased Urination): Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of polyuria.

Family history

  • Is there a history of frequent kidney disease in your family?

Social history

Current medical history/systemic history (somatic and psychological complaints).

  • How long has the increased urinary output been present?
  • Has the amount of urine been determined?
  • Do you suffer from other symptoms such as fever, general feeling of illness, etc.?
  • Do you have a lot of thirst? How much do you drink daily?

Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis

  • Do you eat a balanced diet?
  • Do you drink alcohol? If so, what drink(s) and how many glasses per day?

Self history incl. medication history.

  • Pre-existing conditions (kidney disease, X-ray examinations).
  • Operations
  • Allergies

Medication history