Abstract:Addison's disease, also known as primary adrenal insufficiency, is an endocrinological condition with a deficiency in the production of glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids from the adrenal cortex. It's a very life-threatening disease that is often overlooked due to the unspecific range of symptoms patients usually present with, thus a prompt diagnosis is essential. We present the clinical history, physical findings, laboratory results, and imaging studies of a young female presenting with cardiogenic shock … Show more
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