Chronic adrenocortical insufficiency is most often caused by an autoimmune disorder and is also known as
A) Cushing's disease
B) Addison's disease
C) Conn's disease
D) Diabetes mellitus

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Chronic adrenocortical insufficiency is most commonly caused by autoimmune destruction of the adrenal cortex, resulting in decreased production of cortisol and aldosterone. This condition is also known as Addison's disease. Cushing's disease is a condition caused by excess production of cortisol, usually due to a pituitary gland tumor. Conn's disease is a condition characterized by excess production of aldosterone, usually due to an adrenal gland tumor. Diabetes mellitus is not related to adrenocortical insufficiency.

Chronic Adrenocortical Insufficiency Is Most Often Caused by an Autoimmune