Basics: What is Cushing’s disease?
MaryO’Note: I found this article very simplistic. What do you think? This article is for…
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Basics: The Role of Endocrinology in Managing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and Diabetes
Introduction to Endocrinology Endocrinology is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment…
Basics: Testing: Prolactin
A prolactin (PRL) test measures how much of a hormone called prolactin you have in your blood. The…
Myth: After a “cure” for Cushing’s, everyone heals and goes back to normal.
Myth: After a “cure” for Cushing’s, everyone heals and goes back to normal. All Cushing’s…
Basics: What Is Moon Face?
Medically reviewed by Daniel More, MD You may notice that your face appears puffy or…
Basics: Treatment: Transsphenoidal Adenomectomy
The most common procedure to remove pituitary tumors is transsphenoidal adenomectomy. It allows the removal of…
Basics: Diagnostic Procedures in Suspected Adrenocortical Carcinoma
Patients with suspected adrenocortical carcinoma (ACC) may also undergo additional tests to identify excess sex…
Basics: Pseudo-Cushing’s syndrome
Pseudo-Cushing’s syndrome is when symptoms are similar to those of Cushing’s syndrome, but further tests…
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Basics: What Causes Abnormal Cortisol Levels?
Cortisol isn’t bad; you need it to help regulate your responses to life. Regulation involves…
Basics: Post-Op Bilateral Adrenalectomy
Adapted from a thread on the message boards. ‘m going to try to keep all…