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What is Cushing’s disease a disorder caused by?

Cushing’s disease is a specific form of Cushing’s syndrome, which is a disorder characterized by excessive production of cortisol in the body. Cushing’s disease specifically refers to Cushing’s syndrome caused by a pituitary adenoma, which is a benign tumor in the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain, produces various… Read More »

What is another name for Cushing’s disease?

Another name for Cushing’s disease is pituitary-dependent Cushing’s syndrome. Cushing’s disease specifically refers to cases of Cushing’s syndrome caused by a pituitary adenoma, which is a benign tumor in the pituitary gland. The adenoma produces excessive amounts of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), which in turn stimulates the adrenal glands to overproduce cortisol. The term “Cushing’s disease”… Read More »