Endocrinology & Diabetes — Flashcards

_____ is most commonly caused by autoimmune destruction of the adrenal cortex

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

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

Hint: what hormonal change?

Addison's disease causes a _____ due to deficiency of aldosterone resulting in reduced excretion of H+ in the urine

Hint: ABG result

Diagnosis of addisonian crisis is based on _____

Patient's with Addison's disease are at increased risk of other _____ diseases so consider screening

What complication of adrenal insufficiency can cause hypotension, shock, severe abdominal pain and decreased consciousness? _____

Chronic _____ is the most common cause of tertiary adrenal insufficiency

How are the following affected in addisonian crises? Serum Na+: _____ Serum K+: high Serum glucose: low

Hint: Low/Normal/High

Management of Addison's disease is with daily glucocorticoid replacement with _____ and mineralocorticoid replacement with fludrocortisone