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shings syndro

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shings syndromSome time called

hypercortisolism , is a

endocrinology

systems disease

caused by increasedhormone cortisol in

your body.

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- Cushings syndrome is more

often found in women than inmen.

- Often occurs between the agesof 20 and 40.

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These diagnostic tests may help pinpoint the cause:

Urine and blood tests These tests measure hormonelevels in your urine and blood and show whether your

body is producing excessive cortisol. For the urine test,

you may be asked to collect your urine over a 24-hour

period.

Sali!a test ortisol levels normally rise and !all

throughout the day. "n people without ushing

syndrome, levels o! cortisol drop signi!icantly in the

evening. #y analy$ing cortisol levels !rom a small


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Primary adrenal lesionsSurgical e"cision isthe !irst-line therapy !or a cortical-

secreting %T.

Cushings disease&edical therapies such as #etyraponeand $etocona%ole

to lower serum cortisol levels can be used as a short-termmeasure, but cannot be recommended as long-term

therapy.

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