Addison's Flashcards
1
Q
Addison’s Def
A
Destruction of adrenal cortex
- Dec cortisol
- Dec aldosterone
2
Q
Addison’s CFs
A
Weight loss
N/V
Abd. pain
Confusion
Fainting
3
Q
Addison’s Ix
A
U & Es (Dec Na+, Inc K+)
Cortisol
Synacthen test
4
Q
Addison’s Mgx
A
- Mineralocorticoid replacement (fludrocortisone)
- Glucocorticoid replacement (hydrocortisone)
5
Q
Addisonian crisis Mgx
A
IV hydrocortisone
IV fluid
6
Q
What happens when there is a decrease in cortisol?
A
Inc CRH & ACTH
