1. adrenal clinical Flashcards
1
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what name is given to adrenal hypo and hyperfunction
A
hypo = Addison''s hyper = cushings, conn's, pheochromocytoma
2
Q
what is primary hypoadrenalism
A
destruction of adrenal cortex
3
Q
symptoms of primary hypoadrenalism
A
weight loss malaise low BP myalgia nausea diarrhoea
4
Q
signs of primary hypoadrenalism
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pigmentation (new scars, buccal, palmar creases) postural hypotension wasting dehydration loss of body hair
5
Q
investigations for primary hypoadrenalism
A
random cortisol short synacthen test plasma ACTH urea and electrolytes adrenal antibodies
