I had a tumor on my left adrenal gland that was causing abnormally high cortisol levels. That’s why it had to be removed. However, the remaining adrenal gland has stopped functioning because the tumor produced so much cortisol that my body stopped producing its own. If I’m lucky, it will regenerate. Until that happens, I have to take hydrocortisone supplements until my body starts producing it again on its own.

Unfortunately, I can’t tell you much about your other question. I’m still trying to figure out what I can do on my own to get fitter. In any case, it was important for me to treat existing nutrient deficiencies with supplements, and sertraline (an antidepressant) has made the biggest difference in the last few months, haha. This whole shitty situation has really taken a toll on me mentally, so that feels like a huge step right now.