Multiple choice

Addison's disease is a result of ____.

  1. hyposecretion of adrenal

  2. hypertrophy of gonads

  3. hyperactivity of cells of leydig

  4. none of these
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Addison's disease occurs when the adrenal cortex is destroyed or dysfunctional, leading to deficient secretion of glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids. This causes fatigue, low blood pressure, and electrolyte imbalances. Option A correctly identifies the adrenal hyposecretion as the root cause.

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