Cushing syndrome - exogenous
Definition
Exogenous Cushing syndrome is a form of Cushing syndrome that occurs in people taking glucocorticoid (also called corticosteroid) hormones, such as prednisone.
Alternative Names
Cushing syndrome - corticosteroid induced; Corticosteroid-induced Cushing syndrome; Iatrogenic Cushing syndrome; Exogenous Cushing syndromeCauses
Exogenous means caused by something outside the body. Exogenous Cushing syndrome occurs when a person takes synthetic glucocorticoids, such as prednisone or dexamethasone, for treatment purposes (for example, to treat asthma).
The signs and symptoms of Cushing syndrome are due to overproduction of certain hormones produced by the adrenal glands, such as cortisol.
For other causes and more information about Cushing syndrome see:
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