Meaning addisonian crisis
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addisonian crisisis a medical emergency and potentially life-threatening situation requiring immediate emergency treatment. It is caused by insufficient levels of the hormone cortisol.
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addisonian crisis<endocrinology> An abrupt life-threatening state which is caused by insufficient production of cortisol by the adrenal gland. A typical finding in Addison's disease. Individuals who have been taking corticosteroids (glucocorticoids) for a prolonged period of time (weeks to months) are at risk for acute adrenal crisis if the medication is [..]
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