People with the rare Li-Fraumeni syndrome (LFS) have a high risk of developing cancer. Almost all those affected will develop cancer once, and in many cases several times, during their lifetime. LFS ...

Researchers identify a new type of tumor cell population that leads to cortisol-producing adenomas, noncancerous tumors that produce excessive cortisol Fukuoka, Japan—Researchers from Kyushu ...

Addison’s disease occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of two steroid hormones called cortisol and aldosterone. This can cause fatigue, weakness, digestion problems, dehydration, and ...

Doctors divide adrenocortical carcinoma into four stages, depending on how far the cancer has spread and which tissues it affects. This helps inform decisions about treatment and outlook.

Autoimmune Addison's disease (AAD) results from the immune-mediated destruction of adrenocortical cells. AAD is a major component of the autoimmune polyendocrine syndromes type 1 (APS 1) and type 2.

The NHS is cautioning that during this time of year, it might be easy to confuse flu symptoms with those of a rare condition. Addison's disease, also called primary adrenal insufficiency or ...

Are you constantly exhausted, even after a full night’s sleep? Do energy slumps and cravings for sugar or salt dominate your day? These could be warning signs of adrenal fatigue—a condition where your ...

Getty Images Primary care clinicians are often the most accessible to patients and play a crucial role in the early detection and treatment of Addison Disease. The prevalence of AD in the US is ...