The body's inability to conserve water and sodium when affected by Addison disease is explained by which of the following conditions?
A) Elevated levels of cortisol
B) Decreased levels of ACTH
C) Hypersecretion of ADH
D) Aldosterone deficiency

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Addison's disease is characterized by a deficiency in aldosterone, which leads to the body's inability to conserve water and sodium.

The Body's Inability to Conserve Water and Sodium When Affected