A New Diagnosis of Addison's Disease with a Twist
Journal Title: Journal of Endocrinology and Diabetes - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 4
Abstract
Addison's disease is a rare autoimmune endocrine disorder. It affects the cortex of the adrenal glands causing cortisol, aldosterone and adrenal androgen deficiencies. Addison's disease usually presents with non specific symptoms. As a result, the diagnosis can be difficult and delayed. We report a case of a 17 year old male presenting to our emergency department with abdominal pain, vomiting, hypotension, and clinical stigmata suggestive of Addison's disease. Blood work identified hyponatremia and hyperkalemia. The diagnosis of Addison's disease was confirmed by hormonal investigations. This young man's clinical course was characterized by a secondary decompensation, which necessitated review of his presentation and possible complicating features.
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Majed Alhabib, Karen McAssey, Melissa Parker
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- EP ID EP333676
- DOI 10.15226/2374-6890/3/4/00154
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