Among adults with Cushing’s syndrome caused by tumors in both adrenal glands, surgery to remove the tumors led to the best cortisol control and the most favorable outcomes, according to a large international study. However, the risk of death and the rates of cardiovascular events were similar across different treatment…
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“Two tumors.” I repeated the words to myself about 50 times before I finally told my husband what the MRI report said. “I have two tumors.” Having tumors wasn’t a huge shock. We’ve known for a while that there was a tiny, little tumor in there, but also that I…
A common diagnostic test for Cushing’s disease can fail to detect the condition in nearly 10% of patients, according to new research that suggests these “atypical” results may signal a more aggressive form of the disorder. The study found that patients who respond unusually to the test are significantly…
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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