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Addison's disease — Definition
Addison hastalığı / Addison's disease
Addison's disease is a chronic endocrine disorder that occurs as a result of not producing enough cortisol and aldosterone hormone of the adrenal glands. This condition manifests itself with symptoms such as weakness, weight loss, hypotension and hyperpigmentation on the skin. It can lead to the adrenal crisis that threatens life when untreated.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is Addison hastalığı?
Addison hastalığı; addison's disease is a chronic endocrine disorder that occurs as a result of not producing enough cortisol and aldosterone hormone of the adrenal glands. This condition manifests itself with symptoms such as weakness, weight loss, hypotension and hyperpigmentation on the skin. It can lead to the adrenal crisis that threatens life when untreated.
❓ What is Addison's disease in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "Addison's disease" is Addison hastalığı.
❓ Which medical field is Addison hastalığı related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.