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Addison's Disease/Adrenal Problems
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Information on the relationship between thyroid problems, hypothyroidism and adrenal dysfunction and adrenal conditions like Addison's Disease and Cushing's Syndrome

Endocrine Information Resource Center
Comprehensive information about common diseases of the endocrine glands, including adrenal conditions such as Addison's Disease and Cushing's Syndrome, as well as other conditions, plus endocrinology organizations, support groups and resources.

Understanding Autoimmune Diseases
An in-depth, understandable review of information about autoimmune diseases, including those that affect adrenal and endocrine system, featuring causes, symptoms, treatments, and information resources associated with autoimmune conditions.

Do You Need an Endocrinologist?
When your thyroid or adrenal disease has been diagnosed by a family practice or primary care doctor, should you request a consultation with an endocrinologist? If you're being treated for thyroid or adrenal conditions but still don't feel well, is it time to ask for a second opinion? Find out more about when you need to see a specialist.

Newsletters for Patients
Various email and print newsletters covering thyroid disease and adrenal developments, available for patients and practitioners.

The Facts Of Corticosteroids
About.com's Arthritis guide offers excellent overview of steroid drugs.

Adrenal Disease Overview
Summary from the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation (NADF)

Adrenal Dysfunction
Hypoglycemia Association article describing adrenal dysfunction.

Cortisone Replacement in the Low Adrenal Reserve Syndrome
Paper written by notable UK doctor B. Durrant-Peatfield.

Endocrinology - Addison's Disease
Vanderbilt Medical Center's overview of Addison's Disease

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