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#372 Endocrine Emergencies featuring Dr. Sara Markley Webster
The Curbsiders Internal Medicine Podcast
Adrenal Insufficiency
In cases of adrenal insufficiency, the steroid dosing is the same for everyone. If unsure, it's better to administer high doses of steroids to be safe. Supportive treatments include giving lots of fluids, covering with antibiotics, and resolving electrolyte abnormalities with fluids and glucocorticoids. Hypercalcemia will typically improve with treatment for adrenal insufficiency. The main focus is on fluids, antibiotics, glucocorticoids, and identifying the cause of the condition. The resolution of electrolyte abnormalities may vary, sometimes taking a day or a few days.
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