Abstract Background/Objective Exogenous Cushing syndrome is usually diagnosed in the
setting of known glucocorticoid exposure; however, occult glucocorticoid use is possible. We …

Background. Iatrogenic Cushing's syndrome is commonly seen as a complication of chronic
steroid use. While most often associated with the use of prescription oral steroids, rare cases …

The most common cause of Cushing syndrome (CS) is exposure to exogenous
glucocorticoids. There is an increasing incidence of adulterated over-the-counter (OTC) …

Objective To review the patient profiles, laboratory data, and diagnostic approaches in
factitious administration of glucocorticoids. Methods Four cases of surreptitious use of …

Cushing's syndrome results from lengthy and inappropriate exposure to excessive
concentrations of either endogenous or exogenous glucocorticoids. This case report …

Prolonged use of topical corticosteroids causes systemic adverse effects including
Cushing's syndrome and hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, which is …

Cushing's syndrome is a rare disorder that results from prolonged and pathologic exposure
to excess glucocorticoids. The incidence of Cushing's syndrome varies depending on the …

Cortisol is a hormone, a chemical that regulates body function. It is produced by the adrenal
glands, which are located above each kidney. Cortisol helps regulate blood sugar levels …

The symptoms and signs of Cushing syndrome result directly from chronic exposure to
excess glucocorticoid. Establishing the diagnosis is often difficult because few of the …

Background: Cushing syndrome (CS) is the result of extended exposure to excessive
glucocorticoids from endogenous or exogenous sources. Traditionally, the most common …