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Disorders of the Adrenal Glands

Many disorders of the adrenal glands require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the conditions, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Underactive Adrenal Glands / Addison's Disease

Overactive Adrenal Glands / Cushing's Syndrome

Tumors / Pheochromocytoma

Metabolic Conditions

Disorders of the Pituitary Gland

Detailed information on pituitary gland disorders, including acromegaly, diabetes insipidus, empty sella syndrome, hypopituitarism, and pituitary gland tumors

Immune Conditions

Adrenal Insufficiency (Addison Disease)

Adrenal insufficiency is a disorder that occurs when the adrenal glands don't make enough of the hormone cortisol. Learn more about this condition, including the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and complications.

Metabolic Conditions

Pheochromocytoma: An Adrenal Gland Tumor

A pheochromocytoma is a rare type of tumor. It grows in the middle of an adrenal gland. A pheochromocytoma causes the adrenal glands to make too much of the hormones epinephrine and norepinephrine. These hormones help keep your heart rate and blood pressure normal.

Metabolic Conditions

When You Have Addison Disease

Addison disease occurs when your adrenal glands don't make enough of the hormone cortisol. In some cases, the adrenal glands also don't produce enough of two other hormones. Here's what you can do at home to care for yourself.

Disorders of the Adrenal Glands

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Disorders of the Pituitary Gland

Adrenal Insufficiency (Addison Disease)

Pheochromocytoma: An Adrenal Gland Tumor

When You Have Addison Disease