Addison's disease

Addison's disease in dogs

Addison's disease, also known as hypoadrenocorticism or adrenal insufficiency, is a very serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. Addison's disease causes a variety of symptoms and can be fatal if not properly treated or left untreated for a short period of time. The disease occurs because of a damage to the two adrenal glands.  The adrenal glands are small hormone producing glands that are located above both kidneys.

Addison's disease in dogs

Addison's disease, also known as hypoadrenocorticism or adrenal insufficiency, is a very serious condition that requires immediate medical attention. Addison's disease causes a variety of symptoms and can be fatal if not properly treated or left untreated for a short period of time. The disease occurs because of a damage to the two adrenal glands.  The adrenal glands are small hormone producing glands that are located above both kidneys.