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Adrenal Insufficiency Treatment in Encinitas
8 holistic practitioners in Encinitas who can help with Adrenal Insufficiency. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
8 Practitioners
1 Treatments
1+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Adrenal Insufficiency
Gabriel distinguishes TRUE adrenal insufficiency (life-threatening, needs hormone replacement) from HPA axis dysfunction ("adrenal fatigue"—cortisol dysregulation, recoverable). TRUE insufficiency: primary (Addison's—autoimmune) or secondary/tertiary (pituitary/hypothalamus) or iatrogenic (steroid-i...
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Key Supplements
- TRUE Insufficiency requires hydrocortisone 15-25mg/day divided doses (typically morning, midday, afternoon—mimics natural cortisol rhythm) OR prednisone 5-7mg/day, Fludrocortisone 0.05-0.2mg/day (if primary—mineralocorticoid replacement for aldosterone), Salt tablets or increased dietary salt (sodium replacement), DHEA 25-50mg (adrenals produce DHEA—replacement improves quality of life in women especially), Supportive (don't replace medical treatment): Vitamin C 1-2g/day (adrenal glands concentrate vitamin C), Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid) 500-1000mg (adrenal function), Magnesium 400mg, Vitamin D3 5000 IU (many autoimmune Addison's have other autoimmune conditions), Licorice Root (if NOT on fludrocortisone—raises cortisol, but can raise BP, use cautiously), Adaptogenic herbs CAUTIOUSLY (Ashwagandha, Rhodiola—may help but don't replace steroids), Electrolyte replacement
Key Lab Markers
- Morning cortisol (LOW in insufficiency—<3 μg/dL diagnostic, 3-10 suspicious), ACTH stimulation test (GOLD STANDARD—cosyntropin injection, measure cortisol at 30 and 60 min, failure to rise adequately confirms insufficiency), ACTH level (HIGH in primary—adrenal damage, LOW in secondary/tertiary—pituitary/hypothalamus problem), Aldosterone (LOW in primary insufficiency), Renin (HIGH if aldosterone low), DHEA-S (often low), Comprehensive metabolic panel (electrolytes—hyponatremia, hyperkalemia in crisis), Blood glucose (hypoglycemia common), CBC (anemia, eosinophilia), TSH (rule out concurrent thyroid issues—common in autoimmune), 21-Hydroxylase antibodies (if primary suspected—autoimmune Addison's), MRI pituitary (if secondary suspected—pituitary tumor, damage), Medication history (chronic steroid use—iatrogenic most common)
Practitioners in Encinitas for Adrenal Insufficiency
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87GPS
MK Integrative Wellness
Relevant VerifiedMK Integrative Wellness·Multiple NDs/LAcs
4.5(50)
MK Integrative Wellness, Encinitas, CA 92024
✓ IV Nutrient Therapynaturopathic medicineAcupuncturenaturopathic primary care
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85GPS
SynergyO3
VerifiedDr. Vollp·Medical Doctor
5.0(10)
1011 Devonshire Dr, Ste C2, Encinitas, CA 92024
Ozone Therapy
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85GPS
Pure Health
VerifiedPure Health San Diego·Multiple NDs
4.5(50)
Pure Health, Encinitas, CA 92024
naturopathic medicinehormone therapynaturopathic primary care
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85GPS
Dr. Rachel Morgan Holistic Wellness
VerifiedDr. Rachel Morgan, ND·ND
5.0(0)
Encinitas, CA
naturopathic medicine
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85GPS
Dr. Rachel Morgan Holistic Wellness
VerifiedDr. Rachel Morgan, ND·ND
5.0(0)
Encinitas, CA
naturopathic medicine
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84.4GPS
Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Mark Stengler, NMD·NMD, MS, Naturopathic Doctor
4.7(50)
324 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024
chelationFunctional Medicine Consultationdetoxification
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(760) 274-2377