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My cortisol + acth are both very low. i also have severe nausea, fatigue, and low blood pressure. my acth stim test showed that i do not have adrenal insufficiency. could the low cortisol still be the cause of the nausea? if so, how do i raise it?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Endocrinologist: Has a pituitary gland disorder been excluded? An endocrinologist is best to evaluate and advise you. Appropriate testing will be performed.

Answered 11/1/2020

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Low cortisol: Diagnosing and treating low cortisol issues is complicated. Follow local teams advice. Always send laB numbers and the normal range for your lab. They all differ.

Answered 11/21/2020

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A member asked:

My cortisol + acth are both very low. i also have severe nausea, fatigue, and low blood pressure. my acth stim test showed that i do *not* have adrenal insufficiency. could the low cortisol still be the cause of the nausea? if so, how do i raise it?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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My cortisol + acth are both very low. i also have severe nausea, fatigue, and low blood pressure. my acth stim test showed that i do not have adrenal insufficiency. could the low cortisol still be the cause of the nausea? if so, how do i raise it?