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Scientists have decoded molecular processes of a gene whose defects are implicated in Cushing’s disease and some cancers. Their study found that mutations in the ubiquitin-specific protease 8 (USP8) gene prevent a self-suppressing mechanism of the resulting enzyme, leading to its overactivation. Overactivation of this enzyme has been shown…
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A combination of two easily performed tests reached 100% accuracy for diagnosing Cushing’s disease in people with an initial negative result from an MRI scan, or who had a a small tumor in their brain’s pituitary gland, a study reports. The study, “Indication to dynamic and…
Cushing’s syndrome may develop in people with advanced medullary thyroid cancer and is associated with a poor prognosis, a retrospective analysis suggests. Severely low levels of potassium in the blood, muscle weakness, and/or diabetes in medullary thyroid cancer patients are signs of ectopic Cushing’s. The case-series study, titled “…
The journey of having Cushing’s disease is by no means easy, writes columnist Paris Dancy. But it has demonstrated his resilience, he says.
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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.
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