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Primary Adrenal Insufficiency : A Case Study & Review of Literature

Presented from United Arab Emirates by Dr. Sandip Ghosh

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Case Description

Autoimmune Addison disease affects the function of the adrenal glands, which are small hormone-producing glands located on top of each kidney. It is classified as an autoimmune disorder because it results from a malfunctioning immune system that attacks the adrenal glands. As a result, the...

Case Summary

A 45-year-old woman presented with hypertension, vomiting, nausea, significant weight loss (14 kg in 12 months), and extreme fatigue requiring wheelchair assistance. Her past history included hypothyroidism (treated and stopped), childbirth-related interventions, hernia repair, abdominoplasty, and cholecystectomy.

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Dr. Sandip Ghosh

Alumni- Royal College of Physicians

Consultant Endocrinologist, Zulekha Hospitals, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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