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(E27.3) Drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency
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509 683 in individuals diagnosis drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency confirmed
8 862 deaths with diagnosis drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency
2% mortality rate associated with the disease drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency
Diagnosis drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency is diagnosed Women are 33.69% more likely than Men
168 997
Men receive the diagnosis drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency
3 665 (2.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency
5 197 (1.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency - Men aged 60-64 and Women aged 55-59
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 95+in in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency
Absence or low individual and public risk
Drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency - what does this mean
Drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency occurs when a person is taking a medication that interferes with the body's ability to produce cortisol, the hormone that the adrenal glands produce to regulate metabolism, stress response, and other body functions. this can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, weight loss, low blood pressure, and electrolyte imbalances.
What happens during the disease - drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency
Drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency is caused by a decrease in the production of cortisol and other glucocorticoids due to the inhibition of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis by certain drugs. this decrease in cortisol production leads to an inability to respond to stressors, resulting in a range of symptoms including fatigue, muscle weakness, weight loss, and an increased risk of infection.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
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Treatment and Medical Assistance
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11 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency - Prevention
Drug-induced adrenocortical insufficiency can be prevented by avoiding the use of certain medications, such as corticosteroids, that can cause the condition. additionally, if a person is already taking these medications, it is important to follow the prescribed dosing instructions closely and to not suddenly stop taking them without consulting a doctor.