a glandular disorder caused by excessive ACTH resulting in greater than normal functioning of the adrenal gland; characterized by obesity
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cushing's disease::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | hyperadrenalism |
| Type of | adenosis, gland disease, glandular disease, glandular disorder |
Examples of cushing's disease
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Cushing's disease is an incurable hormonal malfunction.
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Cushing's disease often develops after dogs have been treated with long-term prednisone for allergies.
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Cushing's disease is caused by small tumours of the pituitary gland that produce excessive amounts of hormones.
From the sciencedaily.com
Cushing's disease is a rare but serious, debilitating endocrine disorder caused by the presence of a non-cancerous pituitary tumor in the brain which ultimately leads to excess cortisol in the body.
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Cushing's name is commonly associated with his most famous discovery-Cushing's disease.
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