Cushing39s

Cushing's disease will occur when the body is exposed to high levels of cortisol for a long period. Many people experience this syndrome as a side-effect of taking necessary hormones, such as prednisone or hydrocortisone, to treat…

Stealer's muscles weakened. He was sluggish and began having accidents in the house. His belly sagged and his hair was falling out. His owners thought Stealer was just getting older. By the time they asked their veterinarian,…

When high doses of steroids are taken for a long period, the result is Cushing's disease. Drugs such as prednisone, dexamethasone or hydrocortisone are often used in excessive amounts to treat life-threatening illnesses (asthma,…