Browsing: Addison’s Disease

Addison’s disease occurs due to under activity of the adrenal glands, due to which they are unable to produce a sufficient amount of steroid hormones in the body. Addison’s disease can affect people of any age, including adults, children, and newborns. Addison’s disease in newborns is mainly caused due to Adrenogenital syndrome (a condition in which the adrenal glands are structurally intact and larger than normal).

What Is the Association Between Hypothyroidism and Addison’s Disease Addison’s disease or adrenal deficiency is characterized by low production of…