Addison's disease
Overview
Addison's disease is a disorder in which the adrenal glands produce insufficient amounts of the hormone cortisol and sometimes aldosterone, too. Occurring in all age groups and both sexes, it can be life-threatening.
Treatments
Treatment involves taking hormones to replace those not produced by the adrenal glands.
Last Updated May 25, 2018
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