Question

which disorder is characterized by the failure of the adrenal glands to produce sufficient cortisol and aldosterone, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, weight loss, and low blood pressure?

cushing syndrome

addison’s disease

hyperthyroidism

hypoparathyroidism

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Cushing syndrome: Caused by excess cortisol, not insufficient. So incorrect.
• Addison’s disease: Occurs when adrenal glands don't produce enough cortisol and aldosterone, leading to fatigue, weight loss, low blood pressure. Matches the description.
• Hyperthyroidism: Related to overactive thyroid (not adrenal glands), causes symptoms like weight loss but due to thyroid hormone excess. Incorrect.
• Hypoparathyroidism: Involves parathyroid glands (not adrenal), affects calcium levels. Incorrect.

Answer:

B. Addison’s disease