Quiz: Secondary Adrenal Insufficiency
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Secondary adrenal insufficiency is adrenal hypofunction due to lack of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). Most of the symptoms and signs of this condition are similar to those of Addison disease. Which of the following symptoms and signs is present in patients with secondary adrenal insufficiency but not in patients with Addison disease?

  • A.

    Elevated blood urea nitrogen (BUN) levels

  • B.

    Fatigue

  • C.

    Normal electrolyte levels

  • D.

    Weight loss

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