Buccal Mucosa Hyperpigmentation as a Differential Diagnosis in a Patient With Undifferentiated Shock

Adrenal crisis (AC) remains an important cause of mortality in patients with adrenal insufficiency (AI). These crises are difficult to diagnose due to the insidious and nonspecific clinical course of the disease. Here, we present the case of a 41-year-old woman with altered mental status with an episode of AC. The case reveals the importance of a complete clinical examination to reach the diagnosis.
Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Visual Diagnosis in Emergency Medicine Source Type: research