Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s Disease)
Saturday, April 26th, 2008What Causes Cushing’s Disease?
The pituitary gland, located within the brain, acts like the
master gland of the body. It makes hormones that control other
glands, two of which are the adrenal glands, paired glands
located next to the kidneys. These glands make glucocorticoids
which, when produced in excess, cause the signs of Cushing’s. It
is the equivalent of the body […]