Abstract

DAVILA TORRES, Richard Fernando  and  PACHECO LUDENA, Johana Elizabeth. IDENTIFICATION OF EARLY MANIFESTATIONS OF ADDISON'S DISEASE IN DENTAL PRACTICE. CASE REPORT. Rev Cient Cienc Méd [online]. 2023, vol.26, n.1, pp.77-80.  Epub June 31, 2023. ISSN 1817-7433.

Addison's disease is a rare disorder that progressively affects the adrenal glands. The etiology is varied, being its main autoimmune cause, the diagnosis is obtained through laboratory values and clinical examination. The case of a female patient who presented a syncopal event in the consultation is exposed. In the clinical review, pigmentation of the oral mucosa and fingernails and toenails was observed; Laboratory values showed: elevated ACTH, decreased cortisol and electrolyte disturbances, confirming Addison's disease. A timely diagnosis prevents fatal complications in those who suffer from it.

Keywords : Addison Disease; Pigmentation; Gingiva; Syncope; Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone.

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