Asymptomatic Cushing’s syndrome alongside primary hyperaldosteronism, or PHA — a disorder marked by excessive secretion of the hormone aldosterone — was found to be the cause of persistent, hard-to-treat high blood pressure in a 57-year-old man, according to a new case study. The research team, from Iran, noted the “diagnostic…
A woman with persistent Cushing’s disease experienced two back-to-back pregnancies without significant problems for the mother or baby, a case study reported. “There are a limited number of cases of Cushing’s [disease] in pregnancy, therefore the best possible treatment is difficult to determine and should be individualised to the…
Isturisa (osilodrostat) can safely reduce, or even normalize, cortisol levels in people with various forms of endogenous Cushing’s syndrome that are not Cushing’s disease, according to data from a real-world study in France. The study, “Real-world osilodrostat effectiveness and safety in non-pituitary Cushing syndrome,” was…
Becoming educated and informed about Cushing’s disease is a good first step. Here you’ll find general information such as the diagnosis, symptoms, and causes.
It helps to know others have been where you are now. Here’s a collection of our columnists’ words of wisdom to help you along on your Cushing’s journey.
Besides surgery, there are several therapeutic strategies that may be used to manage Cushing’s disease. Here you can find more information about some of the approved and experimental treatments.
Get regular updates to your inbox.
