Familial Glucocorticoid DeficiencySymptoms, Doctors, Treatments, Advances & More
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Familial glucocorticoid deficiency is a condition that occurs when the adrenal glands, which are hormone-producing glands located on top of each kidney, do not produce certain hormones called glucocorticoids. These hormones, which include cortisol and corticosterone, aid in immune system function, play a role in maintaining normal blood sugar (glucose) levels, help trigger nerve cell signaling in the brain, and serve many other purposes in the body.
Mutations in the MC2R, MRAP, and NNT genes account for the majority of cases of familial glucocorticoid deficiency; mutations in other genes, some known and some unidentified, can also cause this condition.
The prevalence of familial glucocorticoid deficiency is unknown.
This condition is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern, which means both copies of the gene in each cell have mutations. The parents of an individual with an autosomal recessive condition each carry one copy of the mutated gene, but they typically do not show signs and symptoms of the condition.
Diabetes And Endocrinology Center At Specialty Services Pavilion
Anupam Kotwal is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Kotwal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Nodule, Hyperthyroidism, Thyroidectomy, and Tenotomy.
Diabetes And Endocrinology Center At Specialty Services Pavilion
Amy Neumeister is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Omaha, Nebraska. She has been practicing medicine for over 26 years. Dr. Neumeister is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency. She is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric, Triple A Syndrome, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
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An endocrinologist is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and managing hormone imbalances – diseases that affect your glands. This can include many conditions related to obesity such as diabetes, lipid disorders and thyroid disease. Dr. Geamanu believes in partnering with patients to first fully educate them about hormone imbalances and diseases caused by obesity, and then to develop individualized treatments plans that may include diet, exercise and prescribed medications when appropriate. “Obesity is our greatest health concern,” says Dr. Geamanu. “My goal is to help educate patients about how to prevent obesity through diet and exercise. Prevention is the key to success.”. Dr. Geamanu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Glucocorticoid Deficiency. She is also highly rated in 33 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hyperparathyroidism, Triple A Syndrome, and Hypothyroidism. Dr. Geamanu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine. Dr. Geamanu is currently accepting new patients.
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Published Date: February 01, 2015
Published By: National Institutes of Health