Addison's Disease

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A disorder characterized by chronic insufficient production of hydrocortisone (cortisol) by the adrenal glands (adrenal cortex).
Addison's Disease Article looks at symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of Addison's disease. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases. Addison's Disease: The Facts You Need to Know Medical information from the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation (U.S.). NIDDK: Addison's Disease Comprehensive information from the National Institute of Diabetes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) (U.S.). NORD: Addison's Disease Brief definition, from the National Organization for Rare Disorders (U.S.). Australian Addison's Disease Association Site offers information, articles, newsletter, and resources. MEDLINEplus: Addison's Disease Helpful links, from the National Library of Medicine (U.S.).

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