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Primary Adrenal Insufficiency: A Case Study & Review of Literature
Presented from by Dr. Sandip Ghosh
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Case Description
Autoimmune Addison disease affects the function of the adrenal glands, which are small hormone-producing glands located on top of each kidney. It is classified as an autoimmune disorder because it results from a malfunctioning immune system that attacks the adrenal glands. As a result, the...
Case Summary
- The presentation focuses on primary adrenal insufficiency (Addison's disease), highlighted by a case study of a 45-year-old woman presenting with hypertension, vomiting, nausea, significant weight loss, and fatigue. The case emphasizes the importance of recognizing the condition, particularly when hypothyroidism is also present, due to the risk of precipitating adrenal crisis if thyroxine is started before cortisol replacement.
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Dr. Sandip Ghosh
Alumni- Royal College of PhysiciansConsultant Endocrinologist, Zulekha Hospitals, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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