by Michelle Gabata M. D. (Editor), John Hewitt M. a. (Author)
Addison's disease is a rare disorder of the endocrine system that carries its name after Thomas Addison, the physician who first observed the condition in 1855. This condition develops over the course of several months and leads to the inadequate production of corticosteroid hormones by your adrenal cortex. If you or a loved one has this devastating disorder, this book is for you. Packed with everything you need to know about the causes, tests, and treatments for Addison's disease, this book is a must have for your medical library.
Number of Pages: 150
Dimensions: 0.32 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN
Publication Date: April 08, 2011