The "Melting of Flesh into Urine," an Old-Timey Name,is Most

Question

The "melting of flesh into urine," an old-timey name,is most descriptive of untreated
A) diabetes mellitus.
B) Addison's disease.
C) diabetes insipidus.
D) Cushing syndrome.

Accepted Answer

This old-timey name is most likely referring to the symptoms of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus, which include frequent urination, dehydration, and weight loss due to the breakdown of fat and muscle tissue for energy. The phrase "melting of flesh into urine" describes the breakdown of these tissues, which then become excreted in the urine.