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Addison's Disease
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What is the primary cause of Addison's disease?
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Autoimmune disorder
💡 Explanation:
In Addison's disease, the body's immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the adrenal glands, leading to a deficiency of hormones produced by these glands.