Cushing's Syndrome Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

What is Cushing's syndrome? Cushing's syndrome is a hormonal disorder caused by prolonged exposure of the body's tissues to high levels of the hormone cortisol. Sometimes called "hypercortisolism," it is relatively rare and most commonly affects adults aged 20 to 50. An estimated 10 to 15 of every million people are affected each year. What are the symptoms of Cushing's syndrome? Symptoms vary,