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 can be done about it?
Patients need steroid replacement therapy for life. This means that most people with the disease can continue to lead a normal life.