Medication Misuse: Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome and Misuse of Adrenal Supplements
Off-label use of glucocorticoids and over-the-counter supplements is common for adrenal fatigue, a condition characterized by a constellation of nonspecific symptoms.
Adrenal
Special Considerations for Patients With Cushing Syndrome and COVID-19
Patients with Cushing syndrome are at an increased risk for infections, including severe COVID-19, due to immunodeficiency and other comorbidities.
Measuring Bone Characteristics and Derangement in Patients With Adrenal Incidentaloma
High-resolution peripheral quantitative computed tomography can be used to assess bone abnormalities in patients with adrenal incidentaloma.
Benefits of Modified-Release Hydrocortisone for Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
In patients with classical congenital adrenal hyperplasia, the use of modified-release hydrocortisone may improve biochemical control.
High Prevalence of Primary Aldosteronism Observed
Primary aldosteronism is prevalent and increases in parallel with hypertension severity.
Osilodrostat Now Available for Treatment of Patients With Cushing Disease
Isturisa is exclusively available through the R.A.R.E.™ Patient Support Program and distributed via AnovoRx specialty pharmacy.
Study Examines Natural History of Autoimmune Addison Disease
In patients with autoimmune Addison disease, there is a rapid decline in steroidogenic capacity once replacement glucocorticoid medication is started.
Optimal Hydrocortisone Delivery Mode in Adrenal Crisis During Major Stress
The most clinically appropriate mode of hydrocortisone administration during major stress in patients with adrenal insufficiency is continuous intravenous hydrocortisone.
Novel Therapy for Cushing Disease Receives FDA Approval
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Isturisa® (osilodrostat; Recordati) for the treatment of adults with Cushing disease for whom pituitary surgery is not an option or has not been curative.
Screening for Adrenal Insufficiency in Children With Eosinophilic Esophagitis
Gastroenterologists who are members of an EoE consortia are much more likely to routinely screen for adrenal insufficiency in children with eosinophilic esophagitis who are being treated with topical corticosteroids.
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