Over time, these problems may become more severe and you may experience further symptoms, such as dizziness, fainting, cramps and exhaustion. loss of appetite and unintentional weight loss.
It can affect people of any age, although it's most common between the ages of 30 and 50. It is also more common in women than men.Įarly-stage symptoms of Addison’s disease are similar to other more common health conditions such as depression or flu. You may experience: The adrenal gland is damaged in Addison's disease, so it does not produce enough cortisol and aldosterone.Ībout 8,400 people in the UK have Addison's disease. They produce two essential hormones: cortisol and aldosterone. The adrenal glands are two small glands that sit on top of the kidneys. Addison’s disease - also known as primary adrenal insufficiency or hypoadrenalism - is a rare disorder of the adrenal glands.
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