Deficiency of adrenal cortex activity leads to

Addison's disease

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Conn's disease

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Cushing's disease

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Simmond's disease

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Solution

The correct option is B Addison's disease
Primary adrenal insufficiency is due to impairment of the adrenal glands. 80% are due to an autoimmune disease called Addison's disease or autoimmune adrenalitis.
So, the correct option is A.

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