What Is Addison's Disease?
6. How Is Addison’s Disease Diagnosed?
The first thing you can expect from your initial doctor’s visit is a discussion of your symptoms. As many of the common symptoms can be indicative of many problems, the doctor must rule out other potential causes before a diagnosis can be made.
Lab tests that measure your potassium and sodium levels can confirm the doctor’s suspicions that you have Addison’s disease. Further tests such as imaging or hormone tests may also be ordered. Once you have a diagnosis, you can discuss treatment options.
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