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Hypercortisolism (Cushing syndrome) - Simplified Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Exogenous (ACTH-independent)
Endogenous
 • ACTH-dependent:
    - ACTH-secreting
syndrome) - Simplified ... Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Disease) - ... #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #endocrinology
Cushing Syndrome Testing Algorithm
INDICATIONS FOR TESTING:
 • Suspected Cushing syndrome (central obesity, muscle weakness, refractory hypertension)
Testing:
Cushing Syndrome ... Testing Algorithm ... dexamethasone suppression test ... Hormone • MRI of adrenal ... #algorithm #endocrinology
Short Stature - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Normal Variant, Normal Puberty Onset (BA = CA)
 • Familial Short
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... • Turner Syndrome ... Endrocrine • Cushing's ... Disease • GH ... #endocrinology
Hirsutism & Virilization - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
ADRENAL EXCESS
Ovarian
 • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
 • Hyperthecosis
 • Tumor
Adrenal
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Hyperplasia • Cushing's ... Obesity • Liver Disease ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #endocrinology
Cushing's Syndrome - Hypercortisolism - Diagnosis and Clinical Features
1) Skin
 • Thin, easily bruisable skin with
Cushing's Syndrome ... dexamethasone suppression test ... the abdomen for adrenal ... tumors • The adrenal ... signs #symptoms #endocrinology