Adrenal insufficiency

Definition: An endocrine or hormonal disorder that occurs when the adrenal cortex does not produce enough of the hormone cortisol and in some cases, the hormone aldosterone. It may be due to a disorder of the adrenal cortex (Addison's disease or primary adrenal insufficiency) or to inadequate secretion of ACTH by the pituitary gland (secondary adrenal insufficiency).

Synonyms (terms occurring on more labels are shown first): adrenal insufficiency, hypoadrenalism, Adrenalin sufficiency

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