Addisons Disease Adrenal Insufficiency: The Human Perspective

Course overview

This presentation will explore a case study of primary adrenal insufficiency (Addisons disease) in a human patient, highlighting the diagnostic process, clinical presentation, and treatment strategy. Through a comparative lens, the session will examine commonalities and differences in the pathophysiology, clinical signs, and diagnostic workup of Addisons disease in both human and veterinary medicine. Attendees will gain an understanding of current treatment protocols in each field and how species-specific considerations influence clinical decision-making. By analyzing both human and canine cases, this talk will provide a deeper appreciation for adrenal insufficiency across species and enhance diagnostic reasoning in practice.