Excess level of cortisol results in:
Correct answer: C. Cushing syndrome
- A. Addison disease
- B. Cretinism
- C. Cushing syndrome
- D. Diabetes insipidus
Explanation
Excess cortisol, whether due to adrenal gland overproduction or prolonged use of corticosteroid medications, causes Cushing syndrome. Symptoms include weight gain, particularly in the face and abdomen, thinning skin, easy bruising, muscle weakness, and high blood pressure.
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