A white graphic with a photo of a black woman with natural hair and her head in her hands. Text reads, "What is adrenal crisis? An adrenal crisis is the result of an extreme physical or emotional stress that does not get the necessary steroid coverage to meet that stress. It is a potentially life‐threatening medical emergency that requires management in a hospital or emergency department. Typical symptoms are: Severe drop in blood pressure, causing dizziness, lightheadedness and possibly loss of consciousness, Nausea and vomiting, Confusion and lethargy, Muscle weakness, cramps, headaches. Hospital or Emergency Department treatment will include IV saline, IV hydrocortisone and close monitoring of blood pressure and electrolytes. NADF.us/emergency-handouts. #AADAM2025 April Is Adrenal Disease Awareness Month. NADF.us/april-calendar"
#AdrenalCrisis is serious business. We have many resources on our website to help you and your family, friends, and community prepare before such an event occurs. For more information and printable handouts, visit NADF.us/emergency-handouts.
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