Background Cushing’s syndrome is an uncommon but serious condition caused by long-term exposure to elevated cortisol levels, which is usually iatrogenic in origin. Although systemic corticosteroids are the most frequent agents, the association of intranasal corticosteroids with this condition is remarkably rare. Case presentation This report is about a 21-year-old Iranian woman using betamethasone nasal drops for nasal obstruction. The patient presented with weight gain, Amenorrhea, mood di...| BioMed Central
Prolonged use of high-dose corticosteroids delivered as a nasal spray can cause Cushing’s syndrome in children, a case report on a girl found.| Cushing's Disease News
Margarida Maia is a science writer for Cushing's Disease News with a PhD in biomedical sciences. She covers the latest news and information on a variety of Cushing's disease topics.| Cushing's Disease News
A Cushing's disease diagnosis is made after a multistep process that tests for high cortisol levels and, if found, determines their cause.| Cushing's Disease News
Cushing’s disease symptoms include weight gain, fat accumulation, and skin problems. Symptoms can vary from patient to patient.| Cushing's Disease News
