Among several causes leading to adrenal insufficiency, opioid-induced adrenal insufficiency (OIAI) is an under-recognized condition that occurs secondary to prolonged exposure to opioids. OIAI can lead to a life-threatening adrenal crisis and may have serious adverse outcomes if left undetected or unmanaged.
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