If healthy adults gain excessive weight for no reason, they may suspect Cushing’s syndrome. As the new year approaches, more and more people are deciding to go on a diet. Especially in the cold winter, it is common for people to gain weight as outdoor activities decrease. However, if you feel that you are gaining weight especially on your face or upper body, you should be careful. In this case, it may be ‘Cushing Syndrome’ rather than obesity.
‘Cushing’s Syndrome’, which causes weight gain mainly in the center of the body
Cushing’s syndrome is one of the diseases caused by problems with adrenal hormones. It is a symptom that appears when our body produces too much cortisol hormone for a long period of time, and refers to a disease in which cortisol is excessively produced regardless of the causing organ. Cortisol, well known to us as the ‘stress hormone’, functions to help our body respond well to stressful situations, maintaining blood pressure and blood sugar levels, reducing inflammatory responses, and converting the food we eat into energy. do. However, if too much is produced, it can cause various diseases and problems.
A typical symptom of Cushing’s syndrome is rapid weight gain. In addition, it has the characteristic of gaining weight only in the central part of the body, such as the face, shoulders, and abdomen. Facial flushing and easy bruising are also characteristics, abdominal fat may develop, and in women, hirsutism, acne, and menstrual abnormalities appear. In addition, there are clear symptoms that can identify abnormalities, such as increased blood pressure and blood sugar levels, osteoporosis, and in severe cases, symptoms of mental illness. Cushing’s syndrome mainly affects adults in their 30s to 50s, but can also occur in children. In terms of gender, it is reported that there are about three times more female patients than male patients.
Complications are dangerous… Proper treatment is key
Cushing’s syndrome not only causes a variety of symptoms, but also has a high risk of complications. Obesity can be accompanied by various diseases. In particular, it increases the risk of diseases that are major causes of death in Korea, such as myocardial infarction and stroke, and can provide a clue to various complications such as diabetes, hypertension, and hyperlipidemia.
If you have Cushing’s syndrome, you need to control the cortisol hormone, which causes Cushing’s syndrome. If Cushing’s syndrome is caused by a tumor in the pituitary gland or adrenal gland, hormones can be controlled through removal of the tumor, medication that inhibits cortisol synthesis, or radiation therapy. If Cushing’s syndrome is caused by drugs, recovery may be possible by discontinuing steroid use. However, if you suddenly stop taking the medication, it may lead to a decrease in adrenal function and, in severe cases, even shock, so it is essential to consult a specialist in this case.
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2023-12-30 06:01:00
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