Addison disease is also called as chronic adrenal insufficiency, hypocortisolism or hypocorticism. It is a rare disorder where the adrenal glands are not able to produce glucocorticoids and less often mineralocorticoids in sufficient quantity. The condition was first described by Dr. Thomas Addison, a British physician. Causes of Addison disease Adrenal dysgenesis This means adrenal […]
Endocrine Disorders
Gigantism – Definition, Causes and Treatment
Gigantism is a rare condition which leads to very tall stature in children due to abnormal growth. The most noticeable effect is on the height but girth may increase as well. It is defined as a standing height more than 2 standard deviations above the mean for the person’s sex, age, and Tanner stage (stage […]