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प्रश्न
Distinguish between the following pair:
Addison's disease and cushing's syndrome (cause and sugar level)
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उत्तर
| Addison's disease | Cushing's syndrome | |
| 1. | Addison's disease is caused by the undersecretion of mineralocorticoids. | Cushing syndrome is caused by the overproduction of the hormone cortisol. |
| 2. | High sugar levels often cause hypoglycemia. | Long-term elevated blood sugar levels can lead to diabetes mellitus. |
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