Cushing Syndrome Learning Center
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Cushing's syndrome is a disease caused by increased production of cortisol, or by excessive use of cortisol or other steroid hormones. |
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Symptoms
Abdomen that sticks out and thin arms and legs (central obesity; Acne or skin infections; Backache; Collection of fat...
Causes
The most common cause of Cushing syndrome is side effects from taking anti-inflammatory steroid medications for condi...
Tests
Blood sugar and white blood cell counts may be high. Potassium level may be low. Laboratory tests are done to confirm...
Treatments
Treatment depends upon the cause. Cushing syndrome caused by corticosteroid use: Slowly decrease the drug dose (if po...
Complications
Diabetes; Enlargement of pituitary tumor; Fractures due to osteoporosis; High blood pressure; Kidney stones; Serious ...
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