Addisons Disease Learning Center
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Addison's disease is a hormone deficiency caused by damage to the outer layer of the adrenal gland (adrenal cortex). |
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Symptoms
Changes in blood pressure or heart rate; Chronic diarrhea; Darkening of the skin - patchy skin color; Unnaturally dar...
Causes
The adrenal glands are small hormone-secreting organs located on top of each kidney. They consist of the outer portio...
Tests
Tests may show: Increased potassium; Low blood pressure; Low cortisol level; Low serum sodium; Normal sex hormone lev...
Treatments
Treatment with replacement corticosteroids will control the symptoms of this disease. However, you will usually need ...
Complications
Complications can occur if you take too little or too much adrenal hormone supplement. Complications also may result ...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if: You are unable to keep your medication down due to vomiting; You have been diagnos...
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