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Adrenal problem. does addison's disease cause fatigue symptoms?
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Yes: Fatigue, skin pigmentation, alterations in blood electrolytes are common findings in addison's disease. There, of course, are change in adrenal and pituitary hormones that provide the diagnosis.
Answered 7/20/2012
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Absolutely: Fatigue is a hallmark symptom in patients with cortisol deficiency. This improves greatly with treatment.
Answered 3/19/2012
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absolutely!: It's one of the primary symptoms.
Answered 5/12/2016
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