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Glossary Adrenal Insufficiency

occurs when adrenal glands produce insufficient cortisol and aldosterone

Adrenal Insufficiency, also known as adrenal failure or adrenal hypofunction, is a condition where the adrenal glands do not produce enough of certain hormones, particularly cortisol and sometimes aldosterone. This can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, muscle weakness, weight loss, low blood pressure, and skin changes. It can be caused by autoimmune disorders, infections, or other underlying health issues, and requires medical diagnosis and management.

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research Iatrogenic Cushing Syndrome and Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency Due to an Interaction Between Fluticasone and Ritonavir

1 citations , May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

This case report describes a woman with HIV who developed iatrogenic Cushing syndrome and adrenal insufficiency due to the interaction between fluticasone and ritonavir, highlighting the need for careful management of corticosteroid use in patients on protease inhibitors.

research SAT-435 When The Cure Becomes The Cause: Adrenal Insufficiency In Cushing’s Management

October 2025 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

In this case study, a 69-year-old woman with severe hypercortisolism developed acute adrenal insufficiency after starting ketoconazole treatment, highlighting the need for cautious dosing and close monitoring of adrenal function, particularly in patients with prior glucocorticoid exposure.

research Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency : A Case Report

May 2024 in “Journal of clinical case studies reviews & reports”

This case report detailed a unique instance of hypopituitarism in a 65-year-old male presenting with symptoms including nausea, vomiting, and fatigue, attributed to secondary adrenal insufficiency, which improved following appropriate cortisol treatment.

research ODP056 The Treatment of Opioid Addiction Leading to Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency

November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

This case study suggests that long-term treatment with buprenorphine/naloxone for opioid addiction may lead to secondary adrenal insufficiency, warranting further investigation.

research ODP398 A Novel NR5A1 Gene Mutation Causing 46, XY DSD Without Adrenal Insufficiency in an Immigrant Boy from Dominican Republic

November 2022 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”

This case report highlights a novel NR5A1 gene variant associated with a severe 46,XY disorder of sex development, stressing the importance of genetic screening in similar cases.

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