What Is Addison's Disease?
9. How Should You Handle an Addisonian Crisis?
An Addisonian crisis is an emergency situation. You may not recognize some of the symptoms on your own, so it’s often a family member or someone with you who notices something is wrong. If you are alone, pay close attention to how you are feeling, as symptoms can come on quite rapidly.
If you believe it is possible that an Addisonian crisis is what you are experiencing, call 911 immediately. Unlock your door and make sure you are wearing your medical alert bracelet in case you lose consciousness before emergency personnel arrive.
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