Addisonian Crisis

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Try also: Acute Adrenal Insufficiency; Addison's Disease; and Adrenal Fatigue

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Addisonian crisis is a life-threatening condition characterized by insufficient production of cortisol. Some of the most common symptoms of this disease are sudden, penetrating pain in the legs, lower back or abdomen; severe vomiting and diarrhea with resultant dehydration; low blood pressure; and syncope.

Top Resources on Addisonian Crisis

Wikipedia: Addisonian Crisis
A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Acute Adrenal Crisis
WrongDiagnosis: Addisonian Crisis
eMedicine: Adrenal Crisis
National Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases Information Service: Addison's Disease Symptoms
Addison's Disease Self Help Group: What To Do In An Emergency – Addisonian Crisis
Patient UK: Addisonian Crisis

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Contributor: Mia Tagala
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Last update: Jul. 30, 2008

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