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Cushing's disease is a type of Cushing's syndrome that's caused by a tumour in the pituitary gland. This type of tumour usually isn't cancer. The tumour makes too much of a hormone called ACTH, which causes the adrenal gland to make too much cortisol. This can cause weight gain and other symptoms. It can also lead to serious problems such as diabetes, high blood pressure, depression, and osteoporosis.
Current as of: March 1, 2023
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Matthew I. Kim MD - Endocrinology & Heather Quinn MD - Family Medicine
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