Description

DIABSYMTHIRST indicates whether, in response to an open-ended question, the female respondent reported increased thirst or feeling very thirsty as a symptom of diabetes.

Comparability

Apart from slight differences in question wording, DIABSYMTHIRST is comparable across samples.

Comparability - Standard DHS

DIABSYMTHIRST is a country-specific variable, and it is not included in any phase of the standard DHS questionnaire.

Universe