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Adrenal gland disorders are a group of disorders that affect the adrenal glands, which are small organs that sit above the kidneys that secrete important hormones. These hormones are responsible for maintaining body fluid and electrolyte levels, and helps us responds to stress. The disorders can lead to over or under-secretion of the hormones.

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Is a type of:

Endocrine disorders

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Common

Types of

Addisonian crisis
Condition
Addison's disease
Condition
Cushing's syndrome
Condition
Primary aldosteronism
Condition
Adrenal insufficiency
Condition

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