For Some Cushing's Patients, Lowering Cortisol Levels Eases Heart Issues
Decreasing cortisol levels in Cushing's patients with related diseases of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathies) can reduce cardiac concerns.| Cushing's Disease News
Decreasing cortisol levels in Cushing's patients with related diseases of the heart muscle (cardiomyopathies) can reduce cardiac concerns.| Cushing's Disease News
Learn about screening of children and adults for overweight and obesity. Also learn about medical conditions that can cause overweight and obesity.| NHLBI, NIH
Cushing’s disease is a hormonal condition caused by a tumor in the brain’s pituitary gland, which leads to the overproduction of cortisol.| Cushing's Disease News
An adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) test measures the amount of ACTH in your blood. It can help find the cause of abnormal cortisol levels. Learn more.| medlineplus.gov
