Tag: adrenal insufficiency

Opioid-Induced Adrenal Insufficiency: A Rare but Life-Threatening Side Effect You Might Not Know About

Opioid-induced adrenal insufficiency (OIAI) is a rare but serious side effect of long-term opioid use that can lead to life-threatening crises. Learn how opioids affect hormone production, symptoms to watch for, and why early diagnosis matters for safe pain management.