Addison's Disease Support Group
Addison's disease (also known as chronic adrenal insufficiency, or hypocortisolism) is a rare endocrine disorder. It is estimated that it affects about 1 to 2 in 100,000 people. It occurs when the adrenal glands, seated above the kidneys, fail to produce enough of the hormone cortisol and, sometimes, the hormone aldosterone
Today I found out that I have schmidt syndrome, really? I guess it is the combination of primary addisons, graves and type 1 diab, Has anyone else heard of this. I would prefer drs to quit renaming what I have and help me figure out how to feel better.
I too have polyglandular issues. Mine are T1D, hashimotos and Addison's. when they call it Shmidts, it's just a way of lumping our endrocrine diseases together. It's not a new disease. Just deal with each one like you always have