Dipsogen
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Dipsogen
Dipsogen (pronunciation: /dɪpˈsɒdʒən/) is a term used in medicine to refer to an agent that causes thirst. The term is derived from the Greek words "dipsa" meaning thirst, and "gen" meaning to produce.
Etymology
The term Dipsogen is derived from the Greek words "dipsa" (δίψα) meaning "thirst" and "gen" (γεν) meaning "to produce". It is used to describe substances or conditions that induce a state of thirst.
Related Terms
- Polydipsia: An excessive or abnormal thirst leading to excessive drinking.
- Dehydration: A harmful reduction in the amount of water in the body.
- Hydration: The process of causing something to absorb water.
- Hypothalamus: A region of the brain that plays a significant role in the regulation of thirst.
- Diuretic: A substance that promotes diuresis, i.e., the increased production of urine.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dipsogen
- Wikipedia's article - Dipsogen
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