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Cushings Syndrome |
Cushing's syndrome; Cushing//'s syndrome; Hypercortisolism |
Cushing's syndrome or hypercortisolism or hyperadrenocorticism is an endocrine disorder caused by excessive levels of the endogenous corticosteroid hormone cortisol. It may also be induced iatrogenically by treatment with exogenous corticosteroids for other medical conditions. It was discovered by American physician, surgeon and endocrinologist Harvey Cushing (1869-1939) and reported by him in 1932. Signs and symptoms Symptoms include rapid weight gain, particularly of the trunk and fac ...
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Resources
- Cushing's Syndrome (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke)
- Cushing's Syndrome (National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases)
- Cushing's Syndrome (National Institute of Child Health and Human Development)
- Cushing/'s Syndrome (Cleveland Clinic)
- Cushing//'s syndrome (MayoClinic)
- Cushings Syndrome (National Women's Health Information Center)
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