Cushing's
Which body systems are affected by Addison's and Cushing's disease
endocrine system
This medication is often used to treat Addison's disease.
hydrocortisone
Cushing's disease is a type of this hormonal disorder.
hypercortisolism or hyperadrenocorticism
This hormone is deficient in Addison's disease.
cortisol
Which would happen if a patient had Cushing's disease brought on by a pituitary tumour: an increase in ACTH or a reduction in ACTH?
Increased
the manifestations of Addison's disease are
hyperpigmentation, chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, low blood pressure, low blood glucose, decrease of appetite, craving of salt, temperature intolerance, weight loss.
This hormone, produced by the pituitary gland, is elevated in most cases of Cushing's disease.
ACTH (adrenocorticotropic hormone)
what is Addisonian crisis
a condition that is life threatening causing low blood pressure, low blood glucose, and high blood potassium levels.
What are the symptoms of Cushing's Syndrome
Symptoms of Cushing's Syndrome include weight gain, thinning of the skin, stretch marks, fatigue, increased facial and body hair, high blood pressure and high blood glucose , mood changes, moon face, a hump on the back of the neck
Who is most at risk for Addison's
people between the ages of 20-50 that have a pre-existing immune disorder.