Which of the following is true about Cushing’s Syndrome?
a) It is due to a deficiency of cortisol hormone
b) Enlarged extremities are commonly seen
c) Osteoporosis is not a feature
d) A moon face and a buffalo hump are characteristic of the disease
Correct answer:
d) A moon face and a buffalo hump are characteristic of the disease
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Cushing’s Syndrome is due to excess glucocorticoids including cortisol not a deficiency. Enlarged extremities are seen with acromegaly. Osteoporosis is a featue of Cushing’s Syndrome along with the typical moon facies and buffalo hump over the posterior aspect of the neck,