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What is the definition of Addison's Disease?
Addison's disease occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough (or any) of the hormones, cortisol and aldosterone. These adrenal gland hormones are necessary for balancing water and energy in the body. Symptoms usually develop slowly over time, and may include fatigue, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, and dark patches of skin. Sometimes symptoms occur suddenly causing a condition called acute adrenal failure, also known as an acute adrenal crisis. Symptoms of an acute adrenal crisis include sudden weakness, pain, and fainting. The most common cause of Addison's disease is an abnormal response of the body's immune system. Injury to the adrenal gland can also cause Addison's disease. Diagnosis is based on the the symptoms, blood and urine tests that evaluate adrenal function, and imaging studies.
What are the alternative names for Addison's Disease?
  • Addison's disease
  • Addison disease
  • Adrenal aplasia
  • Adrenal gland hypofunction
  • Adrenal hypoplasia
  • Hypoadrenocorticism familial
Who are the top Addison's Disease Local Doctors?
Experienced in Addison's Disease
Dr. Angela L. Jones
Internal Medicine
Experienced in Addison's Disease
Dr. Angela L. Jones
Internal Medicine
1813 W Harvard Ave, Suite 427, 
Roseburg, OR 
 (1.5 mi)
541-440-6322
Experience:
16+ years
Languages Spoken:
English
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Angela Jones is an Internal Medicine provider in Roseburg, Oregon. Dr. Jones has been practicing medicine for over 16 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Addison's Disease. Her top areas of expertise are Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

Experienced in Addison's Disease
Dr. Patrick Clyde
Endocrinology
Experienced in Addison's Disease
Dr. Patrick Clyde
Endocrinology

Centennial Medical Group East LLC

2570 Nw Edenbower Blvd, Suite 100, 
Roseburg, OR 
 (1.8 mi)
541-677-7200
Languages Spoken:
English
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Patrick Clyde is an Endocrinologist in Roseburg, Oregon. Dr. Clyde and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Addison's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Hyperparathyroidism, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Familial Isolated Hyperparathyroidism, Toxic Nodular Goiter, and Endoscopy.

 
 
 
 
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Experienced in Addison's Disease
Dr. Michael Racine
Pediatric Endocrinology | Endocrinology | Pediatrics
Experienced in Addison's Disease
Dr. Michael Racine
Pediatric Endocrinology | Endocrinology | Pediatrics

Centennial Medical Group East LLC

2570 Nw Edenbower Blvd, Suite 100, 
Roseburg, OR 
 (1.8 mi)
541-677-7200
Languages Spoken:
English
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Michael Racine is a Pediatric Endocrinologist and an Endocrinologist in Roseburg, Oregon. Dr. Racine and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Addison's Disease. His top areas of expertise are Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Hyperthyroidism, Thyroid Storm, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).

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What are the latest Addison's Disease Clinical Trials?
Budesonide As a Treatment for Low-grade Duodenal Inflammation in Functional Dyspepsia
Budesonide As a Treatment for Low-grade Duodenal Inflammation in Functional Dyspepsia
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 24, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 4

Summary: This clinical study is being conducted to evaluate the investigational drug, Budesonide, for the treatment of functional dyspepsia. The goal of this study is to learn more about the effect of Budesonide on patients with functional dyspepsia. Budesonide is a well-known and commonly used drug, and is part of the recommended therapy for patients with inflammatory bowel diseases (Crohn's disease or ul...

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Universal Genomic Newborn Screening in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation: Baby Detect
Universal Genomic Newborn Screening in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation: Baby Detect
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: February 12, 2025

Summary: Newborn screening (NBS) is a global initiative of systematic testing at birth to identify babies with pre-defined severe but treatable conditions. With a simple blood test, rare genetic conditions can be easily detected, and the early start of transformative treatment will help avoid severe disabilities and increase the quality of life. Baby Detect Project is an innovative NBS program using a pane...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center