[The many-colored picture of endocrine crisis in clinical practice--psychological symptoms in hormonal emergencies].

Four case reports from a general practitioner's daily work illustrate the problem of endocrine crises hidden by psychiatric symptoms. Psychologic and psychiatric problems in a GP's office are very frequent; endocrine crises are very rare, but with high consequences for the patient. Optimal coordination and cooperation between psychiatric and somatic clinicians and investigation are necessary for optimal education of future physicians.