Diabetes is an "umbrella" term meaning any of a number of disorders which have in common, a greater than normal excretion of urine (polyuria). At some point in our lives, we all will have days when we urinate more than normal. This, of course, doesn't mean we hvae diabetes, as many other factors affect how much urine the kidneys produce. Excess salts, water and other substances in the diet can quickly increase urine output. The difference here, is that theses are more or less temporary states, returning the body towards homeostasis. However, excessive urination on a daily basis in an unchanging fashion requires more ca