What Is Addison Disease?

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Addison's disease is an incurable condition that occurs as a result of the destruction of the adrenal cortex. Addison's disease is typically characterized by weight loss, muscle weakness, fatigue, low blood pressure, and sometimes darkening of the skin.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD