Tag: Secondary adrenal failure

Iatrogenically-mediated glucocorticoid deficiency Iatrogenically-mediated glucocorticoid deficiency is a condition that occurs when prescribed glucocorticoids are abruptly withdrawn. Signs and symptoms include weakness, nausea, vomiting and hypotension. Secondary adrenal failure is an inferior and confusing term for what should be more appropriate termed iatrogenically-mediated glucocorticoid deficiency, Secondary adrenal failure incorrectly implies that all of the hormones made by the adrenal gland, including mineralocorticoids and adrenal…