Adrenal insufficiency

Question 1

adrenal insufficiency occurs as a result of

Answer 1

inadequate production of steroid hormones in adrenal cortex of adrenal glands

Question 2

2 main groups of steroid hormones

Answer 2

1. Glucocorticoids (Cortisol)
2. Mineralocorticoids (Aldosterone)

~ both production regulated by hypothalamic-pituitary0adrenal axis & renin-angiotensin

Question 3

symptoms of adrenal insufficiency

Answer 3

~ fatigue
~ GI upset
~ anorexia
~ weight loss
~ musculoskeletal symptoms
~ salt craving
~ dizziness
~ syncope related to hypotension

Question 4

Types of adrenal insufficiency

Answer 4

~ Primary
~ Secondary
~ Tertiary