The increased formation of urine by the kidney.
Increased formation and excretion of urine; it occurs in diseases such as diabetes, and also in response to diuretics.
Increased excretion of urine, usually due to drinking large amounts of liquid or to the action of a diuretic (e.g., Diuril, Lasix) or occurring as a symptom of disease (e.g., diabetes mellitus).
Increased secretion of urine by the kidneys. This normally follows the drinking of more fluid than the body requires, but it can be stimulated by the administration of a diuretic.
An increase in the production of urine. This may result from increased fluid intake, decreased levels of antidiuretic hormone, renal disease, or the use of drugs.
The secretion and passage of large amounts of urine. Diuresis occurs as a complication of metabolic disorders such as diabetes mellitus, diabetes insipidus, and hypercalcemia, among others. It also occurs when obstruction to urinary flow is suddenly relieved (“post-obstructive diuresis”), after childbirth, and after supraventricular tachycardias.