Medically reviewed by Brian H. Wetchler, DO Key Takeaways Adrenal glands produce hormones that affect heart rate, blood ...

When Obi—a Yorkshire Terrier—began behaving strangely, his humans were immediately concerned. Over two weeks, Obi started ...

Addison’s disease is a rare condition in which the adrenal glands don’t produce enough essential hormones necessary for the body to function typically, such as cortisol and aldosterone. The Social ...

In 1964, Zachary Cope attributed Austen’s death to Addison’s disease. Addison’s disease is a rare form of adrenal insufficiency. Symptoms are slow and gradual, and can include stomach issues, overall ...