Endocrine Flashcards
1
Q
Primary Adrenal Insufficiency (addisons)
A
No cortisol
No Mineralocorticoids
INcreased ACTH
chronic fatigue, weight loss, muscle wasting, nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, and hyperpigmentation
Hypotension and salt craving
2
Q
Labs for primary adrenal insuff (addisons = hyperpigmentation)
A
hyponatremia, hyperkalemia, hypoglycemia, hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis, and hypercalcemia.
