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  1. What are the symptoms of adrenal gland disorders? - NICHD

    May 24, 2016 · The adrenal glands, located on the top of each kidney, are responsible for releasing different hormones. Adrenal gland disorders occur when the adrenal glands produce …

  2. Adrenal Gland Disorders - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver …

    May 24, 2016 · Adrenal Gland Disorders Adrenal gland disorders occur when the adrenal glands produce too much or too little hormone. Adrenal gland function also can be affected by …

  3. About Adrenal Gland Disorders | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice …

    May 24, 2016 · The adrenal glands, located on the top of each kidney, are responsible for releasing different hormones. Adrenal gland disorders occur when the adrenal glands produce …

  4. Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)

    Mar 2, 2018 · Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH) CAH refers to a group of genetic disorders that affect the adrenal glands. These glands sit on top of the kidneys and release hormones …

  5. What are some types of adrenal gland disorders? - NICHD

    May 24, 2016 · There are several types of adrenal gland disorders, each with its own symptoms and treatments.

  6. What are the treatments for adrenal gland disorders? - NICHD

    May 26, 2016 · For hyperaldosteronism caused by an excessive growth of normal cells in both adrenal glands, the treatment involves medications that block the effect of aldosterone. The …

  7. Adrenal Gland Disorders | NICHD - NICHD - Eunice Kennedy …

    Adrenal gland disorders occur when the adrenal glands produce too much or too little hormone. Adrenal gland function also can be affected by hormones produced by other glands in the …

  8. What are the symptoms of congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)?

    Jun 18, 2012 · Symptoms of classic CAH differ based on the enzyme deficiency but can include salt wasting, simple virilizing (also called non-salt wasting), and sometimes high blood pressure.

  9. What causes adrenal gland disorders? - NICHD

    May 25, 2016 · Adrenal gland disorders are caused by problems with one or both adrenal glands or by problems with other glands, such as the pituitary gland.Specific disorders can develop …

  10. What causes congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH)? - NICHD

    CAH is caused by changes in one of several genes that lead to deficiencies in the enzymes 21-hydroxylase or11-hydroxylase. The adrenal glands need these enzymes to make proper …