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How Can Adrenal Fatigue Be Treated?

I have a low functioning adrenal gland and I was wondering what the medical process is to make them function better. I take adaptenal supplements and my doctor has me on a low dose of cortisone. I was wondering what else I should do. I exercise and I am very tired for a couple of days afterward.
Sat, 15 Sep 2018
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Hello,

There are two forms of this condition, and both are caused by damage or problems with your adrenal glands that result in them not making enough of the hormone cortisol.

Symptoms of both forms include chronic fatigue, loss of appetite, muscle weakness, weight loss, and stomach pain. You might also have nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, diarrhea, depression, or darkening of the skin.

Adrenal insufficiency is diagnosed with a blood test that checks to see if your cortisol levels are too low. If you have it, you’ll need to take a hormone replacement.

Foods like lean meat, legumes, green leafy vegetables,sea salt, whole grain and nuts, egg,fish are useful.

R symptoms not improved please consult your Endocrinologist he will examine and treat you accordingly.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist
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How Can Adrenal Fatigue Be Treated?

Hello, There are two forms of this condition, and both are caused by damage or problems with your adrenal glands that result in them not making enough of the hormone cortisol. Symptoms of both forms include chronic fatigue, loss of appetite, muscle weakness, weight loss, and stomach pain. You might also have nausea, vomiting, low blood pressure, diarrhea, depression, or darkening of the skin. Adrenal insufficiency is diagnosed with a blood test that checks to see if your cortisol levels are too low. If you have it, you’ll need to take a hormone replacement. Foods like lean meat, legumes, green leafy vegetables,sea salt, whole grain and nuts, egg,fish are useful. R symptoms not improved please consult your Endocrinologist he will examine and treat you accordingly. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu , Internal Medicine Specialist