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Can i die from addison's disease if i ignore it?

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Yes: You can develop an addisonian crisis that is a life threatening condition.

Answered 12/29/2014

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Yes: Your adrenal glands make cortisol which is a life-necessary hormone.

Answered 12/29/2014

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Dr. Moinuddin Mokhashi answered

Specializes in Pediatric Endocrinology

Very possible: If addison's is not managed properly, there is a real risk of higher morbidity and mortality when body is under stress due to severe infection, trauma, etc due to lack of vital hormones produced by adrenal glands , especially cortisol. Cortisol is easily replaced by oral steroids on daily basis and dose is doubled up during stress situation. Injectable form is also available for emergencies.

Answered 10/1/2015

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