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glucocorticoid deficiency — Definition
Glukokortikoid eksikliği / glucocorticoid deficiency
Lack of Glucocorticoid is an endocrine disorder that occurs as a result of the fact that the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol. This condition can be seen in the form of primary adrenal insufficiency (Addison disease) or secondary insufficiency caused by pituitary/hyotalamus. Clinically characterized by the adrenal crisis that threatens life in weakness, hypotension, hypoglycemia and stress situations. The diagnosis is subject to ACTH warning test and low serum cortisol levels, the glucocorticoid replacement in the treatment is essential.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ What is Glukokortikoid eksikliği?
Glukokortikoid eksikliği; lack of Glucocorticoid is an endocrine disorder that occurs as a result of the fact that the adrenal glands do not produce enough cortisol. This condition can be seen in the form of primary adrenal insufficiency (Addison disease) or secondary insufficiency caused by pituitary/hyotalamus. Clinically characterized by the adrenal crisis that threatens life in weakness, hypotension, hypoglycemia and stress situations. The diagnosis is subject to ACTH warning test and low serum cortisol levels, the glucocorticoid replacement in the treatment is essential.
❓ What is glucocorticoid deficiency in Turkish?
The Turkish equivalent of "glucocorticoid deficiency" is Glukokortikoid eksikliği.
❓ Which medical field is Glukokortikoid eksikliği related to?
This term belongs to the Diseases category.