Cushing's disease

Noun

Meaning

a glandular disorder caused by excessive ACTH resulting in greater than normal functioning of the adrenal gland; characterized by obesity

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

adenoma hyperadrenalism

Hypernyms

adenosis glandular disorder gland disease glandular disease

Examples

Dogs being treated with oral or injectable corticosteroids (prednisone, dexamethasone, etc.) can also exhibits clinical signs of Cushing's disease. Source: Internet

Increased respiratory rate is a very common clinical sign of Cushing's disease. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

Cushing reflex cushing syndrome Cushing ulcer cushingoid cushion cushion calamint