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Cause
Addison's Syndrome is caused by inadequate secretion of coricosteroid hormones by the adrenal glands, sometimes as a result of tuberculous infection.
Effect (Symptoms)
Symptoms: include weakness, loss of energy, low blood pressure, and dark pigmentation of the skin. Treatment: Formerly fatal, this disease is now treatable by replacement hormone therapy.
To read about other conditions visit the page about Diseases and Disorders of the Endocrine System.
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