All causes in this category are genetic, and generally very rare, these include mutations to the SF1 transcription factor, congenital adrenal hypoplasia (AHC) due to DAX-1 gene mutations and mutations to the ACTH receptor gene (or related genes, such as in the Triple A or Allgrove syndrome). If your doctor thinks that you may have addison’s disease symptoms, you may undergo some of the following tests: blood test, insulin-induced hypoglycemia test, imaging tests.
The symptoms associated with adrenal insufficiency are often vague and nonspecific. They may emerge slowly, first appearing during times of stress, then increasing in intensity over a period of several months.
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