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Addison s Disease - Know More About It!
Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
What is Addison’s Disease?
Addison’s disease is a disorder of the adrenal glands. It occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of their hormones.
Symptoms of Addison’s Disease-
- Weakness and fatigue
- Weight loss
- Loss of appetite
- Depression or anxiety
- Low blood pressure and low blood sugar
- Nausea
- Joint pains
- Darkening of the skin
Causes of Addison’s Disease-
Destruction or malfunction of the adrenal glands
Risk factors of Addison’s Disease-
- The family history of Addison’s disease
- Cancer
- Vitiligo
- Tuberculosis
- Diabetes
- Thyroid disease
Complications of Addison’s Disease-
- The weakness of the bones
- Excess hair growth
- High blood pressure
- Gastritis
- Stomach ulcer
- insomnia
Diagnosis of Addison’s Disease-
Your doctor will ask medical history and your signs and symptoms of the disease. He may undergo some of the following tests:
- Blood test – for Measuring your blood levels of sodium, potassium, cortisol and ACTH
- ACTH stimulation test
- Insulin-induced hypoglycemia test
- Imaging tests
Treatment of Addison’s Disease-
Acupuncture Treatment of Addison’s Disease
Precautions &Prevention of Addison’s Disease-
Unfortunately, there is really nothing you can do to prevent this disease.
In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!