ADDISONS DISEASES.

The presentation discusses Addison’s disease, a condition caused by adrenal cortex dysfunction leading to low cortisol, aldosterone and adrenal androgens.
It covers the anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, causes, risk factors and clinical features of the disease.
Key investigations include electrolytes, cortisol, ACTH, renin, aldosterone and the ACTH stimulation test.
Management involves hydrocortisone, fludrocortisone, adequate fluids and salt, and stress-dose steroids.
It also focuses on Addisonian crisis, including its features, investigations and emergency management.
Finally, it discusses prognosis and prevention, emphasizing lifelong treatment, adherence and sick-day rules.