Primary cortisol resistance
Overview
Primary cortisol resistance: A rare genetic disorder where the body is unable to respond to a hormone called cortisol. The body produces excess cortisol to compensate for this defect.
Symptoms
The list of signs and symptoms mentioned in various sources for Primary cortisol resistance includes the 9 symptoms listed below: * High cortisol level * Mild hypertension * Fatigue * Asymptomatic * Hypokalemia * Sexual precocity * Virilization * Excessive growth of hair in females * Decreased menstruation Note that Primary cortisol resistance symptoms usually refers to various symptoms known to a patient, but the phrase Primary cortisol resistance signs may refer to those signs only noticable by a doctor.
Causes
Other Possible Causes of these Symptoms * Asymptomatic * Decreased menstruation * Fatigue * Hypokalemia * Mild hypertension * Sexual precocity
Diagnosis
The following medical news items are relevant to diagnosis of Primary cortisol resistance: * New in utero tests on offer