Addison's Disease
Definition
Incidence
Risk Factors
Symptoms
addisonian crisis
Evaluation
Treatment
questions for doctor
specialist
Home Care
anorexia
constipation
diarrhea
warning signs
Complications
Underlying Cause
primary disease
secondary disease
Anatomy
Physiology
aldosterone
cortisol
epinephrine
norepinephrine
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Addison's Disease Complications
Complications of Addison's disease include:
Addisonian crisis
Corticosteroid medication
side effects:
Cataracts
Delayed wound healing
Excess hair growth
Gastrointestinal bleeding
High blood pressure
Increased appetite
Insomnia
Gastritis
Swelling
Stomach ulcers
Weakness
Weakening of the bones
Weakening of the immune system
Hyperkalemia
High body temperature
Psychosis
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Addison's Disease Underlying Cause
Related Conditions
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Dizziness
Weakness or fatigue
Weight loss
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Last Updated: Sep 23, 2008
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Stephen J. Schueler, MD
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John H. Beckett, MD
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D. Scott Gettings, MD
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Perry CG, Connell JM. Key developments in endocrinology. Practitioner. 2003 Jul;247(1648):555, 558, 562.
