Cushing's syndrome classification
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Overview
Cushing's syndrome may be classified according to the source of cortisol into two subtypes: endogenous and exogenous.
Classification
Cushing's syndrome is classified into two main subtypes:
- Exogenous:
Also called iatrogenic cushing's syndrome. It's due to taking glucocorticoids medications to treat inflammation caused by other diseases like allergies, asthma, autoimmune diseases, and after organ transplantation.
- Endogenous: