Addison’s disease Definition & Meaning

Addison’s disease Chronic underfunction of the outer portion of the adrenal gland, most commonly due to autoimmune destruction. Other causes include physical trauma to the adrenal gland, hemorrhage, tuberculosis, and destruction of the pituitary gland cells that secrete adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which normally controls the adrenal gland. Addison’s disease is characterized by bronzing of the…

ADA Definition & Meaning

ADA 1 American Dental Association, a professional organization for dentists. Its Council on Dental Education and Commission on Dental Accreditation are responsible for accrediting schools of dentistry and allied professions. 2 American Diabetes Association, a nonprofit health organization that sponsors diabetes research, provides information about diabetes and diabetes prevention to patients and others, and advocates…