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Addisons disease is caused by decreased functioning of the adrenal cortex. what causes the decreased functioning?
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Addison's: There are a number of causes. Autoimmunity is common. Just as Hashimoto's causes decreased function of the thyroid, autoimmunity can cause Addison's disease. Other causes are Tb, hemorrhage (following surgery or severe infection), tumors. Or it can be secondary to pituitary problems.
Answered 9/11/2018
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