Cushing syndrome

Type: Concept

As of November 2026, Cushing syndrome has been mentioned in one podcast episode on The Diary Of A CEO (Sep 2026). Cushing syndrome is mentioned in the context of cortisol levels.

Cushing's syndrome is a collection of signs and symptoms due to prolonged exposure to glucocorticoids such as cortisol. Signs and symptoms may include high blood pressure, abdominal obesity but with thin arms and legs, reddish stretch marks, a round red face due to facial plethora, a fat lump between the shoulders, weak muscles, weak bones, acne, and fragile skin that heals poorly. Women may have more hair and irregular menstruation or loss of menses, the exact mechanism of which are unknown. Oc