ENDOCRINE SYSTEM
ADRENAL
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Question
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The clinical manifestation of an abnormal excess of glucocorticoid hormone in a long time with all the consequences due to excess of ACTH hormone is called?
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Sindrom Cushing
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Cushing’s disease
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Adrenal Crisis
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Addison’s disease
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A noncancerous (benign) tumor of the pituitary gland, located at the base of the brain, produces an excess amount of ACTH, which in turn stimulates the adrenal glands to make more cortisol. When this form of the syndrome develops, it’s called Cushing disease.
Detailed explanation-2: -Cushing’s disease: This is the most common cause of increased ACTH levels. A benign (non-cancerous) tumor (adenoma) in your pituitary gland that produces excess amounts of ACTH, which then elevates cortisol levels, causes ACTH.
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