Addison's Syndrome
Cause
Addison's Syndrome is caused by inadequate secretion of coricosteroid hormones by the adrenal glands, sometimes as a result of tuberculous infection.
Effects (Symptoms)
Symptoms can include
- weakness
- loss of energy
- low blood pressure
- dark pigmentation of the skin
Treatment:
Formerly fatal, Addison's Syndrome is now treatable by replacement hormone therapy.
See also endocrine conditions and disorders (all on one page).
Further information about the endocrine system includes the introduction to the endocrine system and an explanation of what endocrinology means and includes.
More about the Endocrine System
- Introduction to the Endocrine System
- What is a hormone ?
- Water Soluble Hormones vs Fat Soluble Hormones
- Triggers for Hormone Release
- Hormone Regulation Feedback Mechanism
- Major Glands of the Endocrine System
- The Pituitary Gland
- The Adrenal Glands
- Non-endocrine tissues that release hormones
- Conditions of the Endocrine System
- Diabetes
