Pseudo-Cushing's syndrome (patient information)

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How do I know if I have pseudo-Cushing's syndrome and what are the symptoms of pseudo-Cushing's syndrome?

Signs of patients with pseudo-Cushing's syndrome are similar to Cushing's syndrome. They include the following characteristics.

• Truncal obesity
• Plethoric moon face
• Buffalo hump
• Supraclavicular fat pads
• Hirsutism in women
• Thin skin with easy bruising and wide, purplish striae
• Hypertension

Who is at risk for pseudo-Cushing's syndrome?

• Alcoholism or alcohol withdrawal
• Severe stresses
• psychiatric conditions such as depression, panic disorders and psychotic conditions.

Diseases with similar symptoms

• Cushing's syndrome
• Depression

Where to find medical care for pseudo-Cushing's syndrome?

Directions to Hospitals Treating pseudo-Cushing's syndrome

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http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/124718-overview

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