Addison's Flashcards
1
Q
Signs
A
Increased pigmentation
Low sodium
High potassium
2
Q
Investigations
A
Short synACTHen test
Random cortisol
3
Q
Primary vs secondary hypoadrenalism
A
Primary - problem with adrenals
Secondary - problem with pituitary
4
Q
Most common cause of secondary hypoadrenalism in west
A
Autoimmune
5
Q
Other causes of secondary hypoadrenalism in west
A
Post-infectious including TB, disseminated fungal infection or HIV
6
Q
Treatment
A
Hydrocortisone
Fludrocortisone
