hypercortisolism ( cushing's disease ) Flashcards
1
Q
what is hypercortisolism known as
A
cushing’s disease
2
Q
hypercortisolism ( cushing’s disease) is an excess secretion of _________ from the adrenal cortex
A
cortisol
3
Q
what therapy is the most common cause of hypercortisolism
A
glucocorticoid therapy
4
Q
what is the cause of hypercortisolism
A
excess of cortisol
5
Q
hypercortisolism can be caused by ______ therapy for another health problem
A
caused by drug therapy
