In people with Cushing’s disease, high cortisol levels can lead to problems with a key system that clears waste from the brain, and dysfunction of this system may set the stage for damage to the brain that leads to cognitive issues in some Cushing’s patients, according to a study.
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“What have you eaten lately?” “You’ve lost weight.” “You’ve gained weight.” “When’s the last time you felt that depressed?” “How much urine did you collect?” “Spit into this.” “I need your blood.” “Take off your shirt.” “The marks around your breasts? Let me see.” “Can you explain exactly how you…
A history of unexplained deep vein thrombosis, or blood clots in the deep veins, in an obese woman was ultimately revealed as an undiagnosed case of Cushing’s disease, according to a case study. Venous thromboembolism, a group of conditions that includes deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism (when blood…
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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