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Cushing's disease is caused by pituitary corticotropin (ACTH)-secreting tumors, which are typically microadenomas. Treatment typically involves surgery or radiation of the pituitary gland. When surgery is successful, the patient is cured. Occasionally, further treatment is necessary.
How do members experience Cushing's disease?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with Cushing's disease*
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for Cushing's disease*
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Cushing's disease is caused by pituitary corticotropin (ACTH)-secreting tumors, which are typically microadenomas. Treatment typically involves surgery or radiation of the pituitary gland. When surgery is successful, the patient is cured. Occasionally, further treatment is necessary.
Common symptoms reported by people with Cushing's disease
Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
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Treatments taken by people for Cushing's disease
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Compare treatments taken by people with Cushing's disease
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Got a question about living with Cushing's disease? Members in the forum might have the answers.
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