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I a SST done yest. My cortisol at 0945am at the 0min (baseline) is 45. My 30min is 261 and 60min is 383. Not sure in units as waiting to get that sent to me. But since i used same facility last time im assuming its on nmol/L

These seem very low. What does this suggest??

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nmol/L were the units used.

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It suggests Addisons Disease... Baseline is low, and levels do not reach 550. When do you see the Dr ? These results suggest you need urgent care.

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No idea when see them. Only had yest but will call tomorrow.

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You do not want an Addisons crisis while you are waiting to see the Dr!

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Im feeling pretty yuck today. Tingly hands this arvo. Nausea setting in. My body feels numb type. I want to go and do something but literally feel shattered. Hard to explain. Will call in morn. Im def in need for review. I cant tolerate alot more.

Im in australia guys. No groups like this i know of.

Poor you. This site has been very informative. Its a joy to know I am not the only sufferer.

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I am in Aust too. You need an urgent appt and diagnosis. Get to a Hospital if you feel unwell tonight.

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addisons.org.au/

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The mother of a young woman who died after her Addison's disease went undiagnosed by doctors and specialists says there needs to be more awareness of the disorder, an inquest hears.

abc.net.au/news/2015-09-07/...

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dee2382 in reply to Jane01

Iv had pins and needles in my left arm/hand and absolutely shattered. I went to shops with family for 45min and i was wrecked by time got back to car. Physically i feel ok but its like my brain cant gather energy to move. Cant explain.

will call endo tomorrow and get results faxed to my gp if cant get in.

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