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Addisons Disease Flashcards

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What is Addisons

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Reduced production of glucocorticoids and adrenal androgens

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What is treatment plan/class

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Replace glucocorticoid and mineralocorticoid

Hydrocortisone
Fludrocortisone

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What is treatment in adrenal crisis

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IM/IV hydrocortisone
IV saline infusion

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General symptoms of Addisons

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Fatigue
Hyperpigmentation

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GI symptoms of Addisons

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Weight loss
Nausea
Abdo pain
Salt craving

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Musculoskeletal symptoms of Addisons

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Muscle weakness
Cramps
Joint pain

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Cardiovascular symptoms of Addisons

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Postural dizsiness
Hypotension

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