*[[Coenzyme Q10]] : Preliminary data suggest that adrenal hormone secretion is related to coenzyme Q10 levels. Analysis of coenzyme Q10 levels in people with irregular pituitary-adrenal axis function showed that coenzyme Q10 levels are considerably lower in people with isolated decreases in adrenal function compared to people with adrenal hyperplasia or multiple pituitary deficiencies (Mancini 2005).
== Warnings ==
* Addison’s disease is often associated with other health problems, including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, [[Adrenal Fatigue]], hypoparathyroidism, testicular failure and thyrotoxicosis, which can all cause significant health side effects. Because of its association with these potentially harmful conditions, Addison’s disease should not be treated lightly. If you have this condition, you should review all relevant and efficacious treatment options with your doctor. Herbs may be a helpful addition to your Addison’s disease treatment plan, but avoid using herbs until you have check with your doctor.
* The symptoms of Addison’s disease may slowly develop and progress. Sometimes a stressful event or illness causes symptoms to suddenly develop or worsen. Adrenal crisis—or Addisonian crisis—is a condition that merits urgent medical attention because these symptoms can be fatal.<br>
The symptoms of an Addisonian crisis include:
**Dehydration and/or severe vomiting and diarrhea**Stabbing pain in the abdomen, low back, or legs**Low blood pressure (shock)**Low blood sugar**Loss of consciousness**Life-saving treatment with steroids can only be given if the emergency medical team knows that you have adrenal insufficiency; the symptoms of Addisonian crisis can affect your thinking and even cause loss of consciousness, so it’s essential that all patients with adrenal insufficiency wear a medical alert bracelet or necklace that clearly states their diagnosis.* Addison’s disease is often associated with other health problems, including Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, [[Adrenal Fatigue]], hypoparathyroidism, testicular failure and thyrotoxicosis, which can all cause significant health side effects. Because of its association with these potentially harmful conditions, Addison’s disease should not be treated lightly. If you have this condition, you should review all relevant and efficacious treatment options with your doctor. Herbs may be a helpful addition to your Addison’s disease treatment plan, but avoid using herbs until you have check with your doctor.
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