Secondary hypertension, or high blood pressure caused by an identifiable medical condition, affects approximately 5–15% of individuals with hypertension. Among its causes, Cushing’s syndrome (CS) represents a rare but critical …
Cushing’s Syndrome in Older Adults: What’s Different and Why It’s Hard to Spot
View PostPediatric Cushing Syndrome Without Obesity: Don’t Miss This Phenotype
Endogenous Cushing syndrome (CS) in children is rare, and most referrals are triggered by rapid weight gain plus height deceleration. But not every child with CS is obese. This review compares pediatric CS with vs. without obesity, showing that obesity shapes some presenting features, yet non-obese children can still have substantial hypercortisolemia and typical CS complications.
Cushing’s Syndrome Missed in Pregnancy: A Case to Remember
Cushing’s syndrome (CS) is rare in pregnancy and easy to overlook because many signs (weight gain, hypertension, glucose intolerance, edema) mimic normal gestation. This case of a 26-year-old primigravida illustrates how CS can present as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, only to be recognized postpartum.