Polyphagia
Abnormally strong sensation of hunger or desire to eat / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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For the ecological concept, see Hyperphagia (ecology).
Polyphagia or hyperphagia is an abnormally strong, incessant sensation of hunger or desire to eat often leading to overeating.[1] In contrast to an increase in appetite following exercise, polyphagia does not subside after eating and often leads to rapid intake of excessive quantities of food. Polyphagia is not a disorder by itself; rather, it is a symptom indicating an underlying medical condition. It is frequently a result of abnormal blood glucose levels (both hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia), and, along with polydipsia and polyuria, it is one of the "3 Ps" commonly associated with uncontrolled diabetes mellitus.[2]
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Other names | Hyperphagia |
Specialty | Endocrinology, Psychiatry |
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