Addison's disease

GPTKB entity

Properties (50)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf adrenal insufficiency
gptkbp:associatedWith other autoimmune diseases
gptkbp:canBe anxiety
depression
nausea
abdominal pain
vomiting
irritability
joint pain
muscle weakness
gptkbp:canLeadTo electrolyte imbalances
severe dehydration
adrenal crisis
gptkbp:causedBy autoimmune destruction
gptkbp:commonName women
people aged 30-50
gptkbp:demographics 1 in 100,000
gptkbp:diseaseResistance blood tests
ACTH stimulation test
gptkbp:firstDescribedBy gptkb:Thomas_Addison
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Addison's disease
gptkbp:impact glucocorticoids
hormone replacement therapy
mineralocorticoids
adrenal glands
gptkbp:isCharacterizedBy dizziness
decreased appetite
chronic fatigue
low energy levels
skin darkening
salt_cravings
gptkbp:isFoundIn Caucasians
gptkbp:isLedBy gptkb:African_Americans
Asians
gptkbp:isManagedBy lifestyle changes
stress management
dietary adjustments
gptkbp:isUsedFor trauma
surgery
infection
stressful events
gptkbp:mayHave increased medication during stress
gptkbp:relatedPatent hypoglycemia
adrenal crisis
gptkbp:requires electrolyte levels
cortisol levels
gptkbp:symptoms fatigue
weight loss
hyperpigmentation
low blood pressure