a reduced ability to mobilize defenses against stress

a condition where the medulla and/or the cortex of the adrenal gland is compromised in its production of epinephrine, norepinephrine, cortisol, corticosterone and aldosterone. Cortical insufficiency produces a clinical condition called Addison's Disease, characterized by extreme weakness, low blood pressure and pigmentation of the skin. If severe enough, elective surgery such as implant surgery may not be indicated.

Also known as Adrenal Exhaustion or Low Adrenal Function, this is a condition where the adrenal gland is compromised in its production of epinephrine, norepinephrine, cortisol, corticosterone or aldosterone. Symptoms include primarily fatigue, weakness, decreased appetite with ensuing weight loss, as well as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea or constipation, or increased pigmentation of the skin. Cortical insufficiency (low or no corticosteroids) produces a more serious condition called Addison's Disease, characterized by extreme weakness, low blood pressure, pigmentation of the skin, shock or even death.