Addison's Disease Details

Expanded Description

Addison’s Disease is a rare endocrine disorder in which the adrenal gland produces insufficient amounts of steroid hormones.

Prevalence

1.0 ( Per 100,000 Population ) [Source]

Causes

Primary Adrenal Insufficiency, Polyendocrine Deficiency Syndrome, or Tuberculosis

Disorder Symptoms

There are several symptoms that affect people with Addison’s Disease.

Name	Description
Dehydration	Dehydration
Low blood pressure	Low blood pressure
Loss of consciousness	Loss of consciousness
Hyponatraemia	low blood sodium levels

Diagnosis

Addison’s Disease can be diagnosed with blood tests and medical imaging.

Diagnostic Tests

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Disorder Treatments

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Prognosis

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Tips for Living with the Disorder

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