Pseudo-Cushing's syndrome (patient information)
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What is pseudo-Cushing's syndrome?
How do I know if I have pseudo-Cushing's syndrome and what are the symptoms of pseudo-Cushing's syndrome?
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.
How to know you have pseudo-Cushing's syndrome?
When to seek urgent medical care?
Treatment options
Diseases with similar symptoms
Where to find medical care for pseudo-Cushing's syndrome?
Directions to Hospitals Treating pseudo-Cushing's syndrome
Prevention of pseudo-Cushing's syndrome
What to expect (Outook/Prognosis)?
Copyleft Sources
http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/124718-overview
http://www.empowher.com/news/herarticle/2009/03/24/what-pseudo-cushings
http://www.pituitary.org/library/library_detail.aspx?page_id=1290