People with Cushing’s syndrome have significant changes in the levels of adipokines — cell signaling molecules produced by fatty tissue…
Teresa Carvalho, MS
Teresa holds her Master of Science in cell and molecular biology from Coimbra University, Portugal. She was a researcher and science communicator for several years at the Institute for Research and Innovation in Health in Oporto, Portugal. From 2013, she has held a fellowship working with Pulmonary Hypertension Europe as a patient advocate, social media/website manager, public relations officer, and translator. Her work has been focused on providing patients access to treatments, raising awareness for pulmonary hypertension, and promoting patient empowerment.
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Articles by Teresa Carvalho, MS
A rare tumor in the prostate gland triggered Cushing’s syndrome in a man, a case study from Lebanon reports. The…
People with pituitary gland tumors that cause Cushing’s disease are at higher risk of developing ocular hypertension — increased blood…
Young children may be at high risk of developing Cushing’s syndrome after having a highly potent topical glucocorticoid applied…
A rare plurihormonal tumor in the brain’s pituitary gland — one that produced and released both adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH) and…
Treatment with Isturisa (osilodrostat) caused adrenal insufficiency — a condition in which the adrenal glands are unable to produce…
Adrenal gland removal was key to controlling high cortisol levels and improving the quality of life of a 33-year-old male…
Horizon Therapeutics has launched its #RAREis Representation program aimed at increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion among patients with rare diseases.