ACTH Deficiency

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Disease overview

A result of decreased or absent production of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) by the pituitary gland.

Common symptoms

Symptoms include weight losslack of appetite (anorexia)muscle weaknessnausea and vomitingand low blood pressure (hypotension). [ ]

WHEN TO SUSPECT

  • Recommendation 1

    When suspected, blood samples are taken for analysis, especially of the level of cortisol in the blood.

HOW TO TEST

  • Recommendation 1

    When suspected, blood samples are taken for analysis, especially of the level of cortisol in the blood.

TREATMENT

  • Recommendation 1

    Hormone replacement therapy with cortisol is the treatment of choice for this disorder.

PRIMARY CARE

  • Recommendation 1

    Hormone replacement therapy with cortisol is the treatment of choice for this disorder.

FURTHER SUPPORT

  • Recommendation 1

    ~ 2,700 physicans . Referral to Medical Genetics Department, if available. Initial virtual care is also available through organizations like TeleRare Health.

CLINICAL TRIALS

  • Recommendation 1

    1 recruiting

Sources

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