hypoadrenocorticism

/ˌhaɪpoʊəˌdriːnoʊˈkɔːrtɪsɪzəm/
noun
  1. A medical condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce enough hormones, especially cortisol; also called Addison's disease.
    • Symptoms of hypoadrenocorticism include fatigue, weight loss, and low blood pressure.
    • The dog was diagnosed with hypoadrenocorticism and needs daily medication.
    • Veterinarians often test for hypoadrenocorticism in dogs that are lethargic and vomiting.
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