Addison's disease is a rare disease of the adrenal glands. It causes symptoms of weakness and low blood pressure, which seriously affect patients' lives. Research has led to effective therapies which need to be taken for life.
Disease: Addison's Disease
Last update: June 2006
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FAQ: What is it?
Addison's disease is a rare disease of the adrenal glands (which are situated on the kidneys) not producing enough steroid hormones for the body to work properly. So, it causes weakness and low blood pressure.