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Addison''s disease is a disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of their hormones.Adrenocortical hypofunction; Chronic adrenocortical insufficiency; Primary adrenal insufficiency.The adrenal g... |
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Causes
The sex hormones, androgens(male) and estrogens(female), affect sexual development and sex drive.Addison's disease re...
Tests
Tests may show:Increased potassiumLow blood pressureLow cortisol levelLow serum sodiumNormal sex hormone levelsOther ...
Treatments
People often receive a combination of glucocorticoids(cortisone or hydrocortisone) and mineralocorticoids(fludrocorti...
Complications
Complications can occur if you take too little or too much adrenal hormone supplement. Complications also may result ...
Doctor Specialties
You are unable to keep your medication down due to vomiting. You have been diagnosed with Addison's disease, and you ...
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