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  1. Adrenal Gland Disorders

    May 24, 2016 · Adrenal gland disorders occur when the adrenal glands produce too much or too little hormone. Adrenal gland function also can be affected by hormones produced by other …

  2. What are the symptoms of adrenal gland disorders? - NICHD

    May 24, 2016 · The adrenal glands, located on the top of each kidney, are responsible for releasing different hormones. Adrenal gland disorders occur when the adrenal glands produce …

  3. About Adrenal Gland Disorders | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …

    May 24, 2016 · The adrenal glands, located on the top of each kidney, are responsible for releasing different hormones. Adrenal gland disorders occur when the adrenal glands produce …

  4. Adrenal Gland Disorders | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy …

    Adrenal gland disorders occur when the adrenal glands produce too much or too little hormone. Adrenal gland function also can be affected by hormones produced by other glands in the …

  5. Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)

    Mar 2, 2018 · The adrenal glands of infants born with CAH cannot make enough of the hormone cortisol. This hormone affects energy levels, blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and the …

  6. What are some types of adrenal gland disorders? - NICHD

    May 24, 2016 · There are several types of adrenal gland disorders, each with its own symptoms and treatments.

  7. What are the symptoms of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)?

    Jun 18, 2012 · Symptoms of classic CAH differ based on the enzyme deficiency but can include salt wasting, simple virilizing (also called non-salt wasting), and sometimes high blood pressure.

  8. Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) - NICHD

    Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH), refers to a group of genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands, which sit atop the kidneys and release hormones the body needs to function. …

  9. What are the treatments for adrenal gland disorders? - NICHD

    May 26, 2016 · For hyperaldosteronism caused by an excessive growth of normal cells in both adrenal glands, the treatment involves medications that block the effect of aldosterone. The …

  10. About Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …

    Mar 2, 2018 · CAH refers to a group of genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands, which sit atop the kidneys and release hormones the body needs to function. CAH is caused by three …