Overactivity of the cortical hormone of the adrenal gland causes:
Correct answer: C. Cushing's disease
- A. Addison's disease
- B. Parkinson's disease
- C. Cushing's disease
- D. Down's syndrome
Explanation
Cushing syndrome occurs when the level of cortisol is too high in the body. This can occur because the pituitary gland is making too much Adrenocorticotropic hormone, which in turn causes the adrenal gland to make corticosteroids in excessive amounts. It can also be caused by taking steroid medicines for a long period.
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