Adrenal Disorder Treatment: Managing Cushing's & Addison's Disease
A comprehensive guide to the treatment of adrenal gland disorders, including hormone replacement for Addison's disease and cortisol-reducing treatment for Cushing's syndrome.
Treatment begins with
Confirmatory Testing
Treatment Initiation
Sick-Day Education
Long-Term Monitoring
This treatment is recommended following a confirmed diagnosis of an adrenal hormone disorder.
You may need this if...
These signs may indicate that this treatment is the recommended course of care:
- A confirmed diagnosis of Addison's disease or Cushing's syndrome
- Symptoms of adrenal hormone excess or deficiency
- Need for ongoing hormone replacement or reduction therapy
- Education needed for sick-day medication management
An endocrinologist's evaluation confirms whether this treatment is the right option for you.
What Does This Treatment Involve?
Treatment replaces deficient adrenal hormones in Addison's disease, or reduces excess cortisol production in Cushing's syndrome, with education on managing medication during illness.
For Addison's disease in particular, you'll learn how to safely adjust medication during illness or stress to prevent a medical emergency.
When This Treatment is Considered
This treatment is recommended following a confirmed diagnosis of an adrenal hormone disorder.
- A confirmed diagnosis of Addison's disease or Cushing's syndrome
- Symptoms of adrenal hormone excess or deficiency
- Need for ongoing hormone replacement or reduction therapy
- Education needed for sick-day medication management
The Care Pathway
1. Confirmatory Testing
Specialised hormone testing confirms the diagnosis and its cause.
2. Treatment Initiation
Hormone replacement or cortisol-reducing medication is started at an appropriate dose.
3. Sick-Day Education
You learn how to adjust medication safely during illness, especially for Addison's disease.
4. Long-Term Monitoring
Regular follow-up tracks hormone levels and overall health.
“Your care team supports you through every stage, from evaluation to recovery and follow-up.”
Expected Benefits and Possible Risks
With appropriate treatment and education, both Addison's disease and Cushing's syndrome are well managed over the long term.
Every treatment has potential risks. Your endocrinologist will discuss your individual risks before treatment.
Recovery & Follow-up
Initial stabilisation typically takes a few weeks, with ongoing monitoring continuing long-term.
Your endocrinologist will guide dose adjustments and ensure you understand how to manage your medication during illness.
Careful follow-up and guidance on diet and lifestyle all play an important role in achieving the best possible outcome.
Questions to Ask Your Care Team
- 1.What should I do if I become unwell?
- 2.Will I need to carry emergency medication or an alert card?
- 3.How often will my hormone levels be checked?
- 4.What symptoms suggest my treatment needs adjusting?
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