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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

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Metabolic Conditions

Acromegaly

Acromegaly is abnormal growth that occurs when an adult's pituitary gland makes too much growth hormone. The abnormal growth starts in your hands and feet, as soft tissue begins to swell.

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Metabolic Conditions

Hormones and Your Endocrine System

Detailed information on hormones and their role in the workings of the endocrine system

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Metabolic Conditions

Hyponatremia

Hyponatremia means low sodium levels in the blood. This health problem most often occurs after prolonged vomiting or diarrhea. Both of these conditions cause the body to lose too much water and sodium.

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Thyroid Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Biopsy

Hard nodules can sometimes form inside the thyroid gland. You may notice a small bump in the gland area. Thyroid nodules are common. The nodules are often not dangerous. But in some cases, they can be thyroid cancer. A thyroid FNA biopsy can test for cancer.

Disorders of the Adrenal Glands

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Acromegaly

Hormones and Your Endocrine System

Hyponatremia

Thyroid Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Biopsy