Endocrinology & Diabetes — Flashcards

Diagnosis of addisonian crisis is based on _____

Hydrocortisone is a _____corticoid

Fludrocortisone is a _____corticoid

Hypotension and salt craving in Addison's disease are features of _____

Hint: what hormonal change?

_____ may be help in female Addison's disease patients with reduced libido, low energy or low mood

Hint: Medication

The most common congenital cause of Addison's disease is _____

Lethargy, weakness, N&V and anorexia in Addison's disease are features of _____

Hint: what hormonal change?

_____ is a complication of bacterial septicemia characterised by haemorrhagic necrosis of the adrenal glands

Patients with Addison's disease should take their largest dose of _____ in the first half of the day

Hint: Fludrocortisone/Hydrocortisone

Patients with Addison's disease should wear a _____ and carry a steroid card at all times