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While the diagnosis of Cushing’s syndrome is often based on a low-dose dexamethasone suppression test (DST), test results may be affected by differences in the metabolism of the steroid medication, a study found. The researchers advocated for routine measurement of dexamethasone levels during DST, saying test results should…

Isturisa (osilodrostat) is now approved in the U.S. for adults with Cushing’s disease for whom pituitary gland surgery is not an option or whose disease has returned after surgery, Recordati announced. The therapy is the first U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved medicine…

In recognition of Rare Disease Day Feb. 29, Bionews Services launched a social media campaign last month asking patients to describe what makes them rare. Running Feb. 7–29, the #WhatMakesMeRare campaign was aimed at uplifting people with rare diseases by encouraging them to share their stories and perspectives. The…

Excess glucocorticoid levels in Cushing’s syndrome induces whole-body metabolic changes that are likely mediated by an inter-communication between different organs, a mouse study suggests. The study, “Correlation among body composition and metabolic regulation in a male mouse model of Cushing’s syndrome,” was published in the…

Recordati‘s U.S. marketing rights for Cushing’s disease medications Signifor (pasireotide) and Signifor LAR will be handled by the company’s Recordati Rare Diseases subsidiary. The medications will be marketed through Recordati Rare Diseases’ newly established endocrinology franchise, the company said. During the transfer…

Beginning on Feb. 29, Rare Disease Day, chapters from notable scientific books and clinical review articles covering rare disorders will be available free-of-charge from Elsevier. The offer runs through April 30, and aims to supports work by researchers and clinicians into a better understanding of and treatments for rare diseases, as well…

Starting a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit isn’t easy, but the National Organization for Rare Disorders gave a few tips for those  looking to begin the complex process in its Feb. 20 webinar.  William Whitman…

Development of cyclic Cushing’s disease — a form of Cushing’s in which cortisol levels are intermittently high — may be a result of mutations in genes controlling both pituitary tumor growth and the body’s internal clock system, a case report suggests. The study, “A putative…

An abundance of events are afoot around the world to mark Rare Disease Day 2020 on Feb. 29. The activities are focused on heightening awareness about rare diseases and the hundreds of millions of individuals they are thought to affect. Patients, caregivers, and advocates worldwide will sport denim ribbons…

Cushing’s syndrome can occur during pregnancy without obvious signs and symptoms specific to the condition, a new case report shows, suggesting the disease should be considered as a diagnosis in cases of high blood pressure during early pregnancy. The case report, “A case of subclinical Cushing’s…