I'm confused! - Addison's Disease Message Board

LilacSyke · 03-09-2005, 12:46 PM

What is the difference between Addison's and Congenital adrenal hyperplasia?
I am currently undergoing tests and heard CAH mentioned a few times but I have the symptoms of Adddison's. I was also told by my doctor to wear a medical alert tag that says, "Adrenal Insufficiency, on Prednisone". Does this mean I have Addison's? I am awaiting test results right now so I will be more exact on this.

Sarah

WandaB · 03-10-2005, 10:10 AM

Sarah, I don't know the answer to your questions, but if you get a braclet be careful about putting a med on it that could change. You may not always take Prednisone & could put "cortisol" or "steriod" on it instead.
Wanda

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Originally Posted by LilacSyke

What is the difference between Addison's and Congenital adrenal hyperplasia?
I am currently undergoing tests and heard CAH mentioned a few times but I have the symptoms of Adddison's. I was also told by my doctor to wear a medical alert tag that says, "Adrenal Insufficiency, on Prednisone". Does this mean I have Addison's? I am awaiting test results right now so I will be more exact on this.

Sarah

gettin' better · 03-10-2005, 04:51 PM

Mine says, "Adrenal insufficiency. Treat with steroids."