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Adrenal Insufficiency Treatment in Pasadena

12 holistic practitioners in Pasadena who can help with Adrenal Insufficiency. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.

12 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)
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Practitioners in Pasadena for Adrenal Insufficiency

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#1
83.6GPS

Muscle Lab

Relevant
Medical staff·Certified recovery specialists
4.6(89)
2381 E Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
✓ IV Nutrient TherapyCryotherapy
#2
90GPS

Paracelsus Natural Family Health

Verified
Paracelsus Natural Family Health Center·ND/DO Team
4.5(50)
Paracelsus Natural Family Health, Pasadena, CA 91101
naturopathic medicinenaturopathic primary care
#3
89.4GPS

Optimal Health & Wellness

Verified
Dr. Clement Lee, NMD·NMD, Licensed ND (ND-385), Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine 2009, BS Biological Sciences UC Irvine, AANP, CNDA, NAEM, NATI, Hackett Hemwall Foundation prolotherapy training
4.7(89)
202 S Lake Ave, Suite 298, Pasadena, CA 91101
iv nutrient therapyhormone therapyWestern Herbal Medicine
#4
89GPS

LALIM Health

Verified
Dr. April Soto·MD, FAAFP, FAIHM
4.5(50)
LALIM Health, South Pasadena, CA 91030
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
#5
87GPS

Shine Health and Wellness

Verified
Dr. Kimberley Shine·MD
4.5(50)
Shine Health and Wellness, Pasadena, CA 91101
holistic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
#6
85GPS

Dr. Reem Sharhan ND

Verified
Dr. Reem Sharhan·ND
4.5(50)
Dr. Reem Sharhan ND, Pasadena, CA 91101
naturopathic medicineFunctional Medicine Consultationnaturopathic primary care
#7
85GPS

Dr. Max's Healing Center

Dr. Max Healing Center·DC
4.5(50)
Dr. Max's Healing Center, Pasadena, CA 91101
Chiropractic Care
#8
85GPS

Wuxia Integrative Medicine

Wuxia Acupuncture·L.Ac Team
4.5(50)
Wuxia Integrative Medicine, Pasadena, CA 91107
AcupunctureFunctional Medicine Consultation
#9
85GPS

Dr. Sarah Thompson Naturopathic Care

Verified
Dr. Sarah Thompson, ND·ND
4.9(0)
Pasadena, CA
naturopathic medicine
#10
85GPS

Dr. Sarah Thompson Naturopathic Care

Verified
Dr. Sarah Thompson, ND·ND
4.9(0)
Pasadena, CA
naturopathic medicine
#11
84GPS

Julie Taylor MD

Verified
Julie Taylor·MD
4.5(50)
Julie Taylor MD, Pasadena, CA 91101
holistic medicinehormone therapyFunctional Medicine Consultation
#12
84GPS

Ryan Fong Acupuncture

Ryan Fong·L.Ac
4.5(50)
Ryan Fong Acupuncture, Pasadena, CA 91101
Acupuncture

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