symptoms similar to depression?
Addison''s disease, or what is known as "adrenal insufficiency", is a rare disease that affects the adrenal glands, which are small glands above the kidneys that produce two hormones cortisol and aldosterone. Damage to the adrenal gland in Addison''s disease means that it does not produce enough cortisol or aldosterone. According to what was reported by "NHS".
Early symptoms of Addison''s disease are similar to illnesses such as depression or the flu, in which you may experience:
Lack of energy or motivation (fatigue).
Muscle weakness
Bad mood.
Loss of appetite and unintended weight loss.
Increased thirst
Over time, these problems may become more severe and you may experience other symptoms, such as dizziness, fainting, cramps, and fatigue.
Although these symptoms are not always caused by Addison''s disease, you should see your doctor so that it can be investigated.
Addison''s disease is caused by a problem with the immune system, which causes it to attack the outer layer of the adrenal gland (the adrenal cortex), which disrupts the production of the steroid hormones aldosterone and cortisol.
