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==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
Cushing's syndrome may be classified according to the source of [[cortisol]] into two subtypes: endogenous and exogenous. | |||
==Classification== | ==Classification== | ||
Cushing's syndrome is classified into two main subtypes: | |||
*'''Exogenous''': | |||
Also called [[iatrogenic]] cushing's syndrome. It's due to taking [[glucocorticoids]] medications to treat inflammation caused by other diseases like allergies, [[asthma]], autoimmune diseases, and after organ transplantation. | |||
*Endogenous: | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist|2}} | {{Reflist|2}} |
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Overview
Cushing's syndrome may be classified according to the source of cortisol into two subtypes: endogenous and exogenous.
Classification
Cushing's syndrome is classified into two main subtypes:
- Exogenous:
Also called iatrogenic cushing's syndrome. It's due to taking glucocorticoids medications to treat inflammation caused by other diseases like allergies, asthma, autoimmune diseases, and after organ transplantation.
- Endogenous: