3 Questions
What is the most common cause of primary adrenal insufficiency?
Autoimmune adrenalitis (Addison disease)
What is the usual course of action for Addison disease?
Glucocorticoid deficiency followed by mineralocorticoid
What results from bilateral adrenal cortex destruction in Addison disease?
Decreased adrenocortical hormones
Test your knowledge on Addison's disease, a rare and potentially life-threatening condition characterized by primary adrenal insufficiency. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatments of this autoimmune disorder through this informative quiz.
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