ICD-11

A condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce adequate amounts of steroid hormones, primarily cortisol. It may also include impaired production of aldosterone (a mineralocorticoid), which regulates sodium conservation, potassium secretion, and water retention and also accompanies impaired production of adrenal androgens.

This is a acquired condition in which the adrenal glands do not produce adequate amounts of steroid hormones, primarily cortisol; but may also include impaired production of aldosterone (a mineralocorticoid), which regulates sodium conservation, potassium secretion, and water retention.