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Hypercortisolism (Cushing syndrome) - Simplified Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Exogenous (ACTH-independent)
Endogenous
 • ACTH-dependent:
    - ACTH-secreting
Hypercortisolism ... Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... : - Adrenal ... hyperplasia - Adrenal ... #endocrinology
Diagnosis Adrenal Insufficiency - Algorithm

Step 1) Screening Test: 6-8AM Cortisol Level
 - Early morning cortisol levels
Diagnosis Adrenal ... Insufficiency - Algorithm ... gland) #Adrenal ... Insufficiency #Algorithm ... #Stimulation #Endocrinology
Cushing's Syndrome - Hypercortisolism - Diagnosis and Clinical Features
1) Skin
 • Thin, easily bruisable skin with
serum cortisol levels ... the abdomen for adrenal ... tumors • The adrenal ... levels 3) Ectopic ... signs #symptoms #endocrinology
Adrenal Insufficiency Diagnosis Algorithm
Test 1: Baseline AM Cortisol 
 - Beware of major normal value
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Adrenal Insufficiency ... Diagnosis Algorithm ... high globulin levels ... pregnancy) Test 2: ACTH ... #endocrinology