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Darkened skin, vomiting, and salt cravings in a teenager ยท Dx?

Authors :
Lee T
Kapadia C
Source :
The Journal of family practice [J Fam Pract] 2016 Jun; Vol. 65 (6), pp. E1-3.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

Acute adrenal insufficiency crisis usually occurs after a prolonged period of nonspecific complaints due to a loss of both glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids; by the time overt symptoms occur, 90% of the adrenal gland may be destroyed. Patients (such as ours) may present with symptoms such as abdominal pain, weakness, vomiting, fever, and decreased responsiveness.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
1533-7294
Volume :
65
Issue :
6
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
The Journal of family practice
Publication Type :
Report
Accession number :
27474827