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acute adrenal crisis |
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acute adrenal crisis Acute adrenal insufficiency Endocrinology A life-threatening condition caused by an abrupt ↓ cortisol At risk Pts Those taking corticosteroids for prolonged periods–wks to months–eg with Addison's
disease, especially if steroids are stopped abruptly Clinical Shock, hypotension, weakness, headache, vomiting, fever, chills, tachycardia, sweating Management Vasopressors, steroids Prevention Taper steroid withdrawal How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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