In the treatment of congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to lack of 21 b-hydroxylase, the purpose of administration of a synthetic glucocoocoid is:
In congenital adrenal hyperplasia, Due to decreased formation of steroids--> decreased feedback inhibition of ACTH. Thus more ACTH is formed which leads to adrenal hyperplasia-->exogenous steroids are given to suppress ACTH secretion.
Inhibition of aldosterone synthesis
Prevention of hypoglycemia
Recovery of normal immune function
Suppression of ACTH secretion
Adrenal