Adrenal Cortical Steroid Side Effects Diabetes
The term
CAH comprises a group of disorders resulting from defective synthesis of adrenal corticosteroids. Lack of glucocorticoids, especially cortisol, causes various kinds of metabolic problems. The response to low levels of cortisol is increased production of corticotropin (
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Exogenous adrenal insufficiency
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Exogenous adrenal insufficiency
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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