Hypercortisolism
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Hypercortisolism, also known as Cushing syndrome, is a condition in which the body is exposed to elevated levels of cortisol, a hormone involved in metabolism and in the response to stress. This sustained excess affects several systems of the body.
Signs that may be noticed: weight gain in the face and trunk, fragile skin with marks, muscle weakness, high blood pressure, and changes in mood.
Why it requires study: identifying the cause of the excess cortisol is essential to properly guide the management of the case.
Which specialist treats it? Hypercortisolism is evaluated in endocrinology, including pediatric endocrinology when it involves children. If you recognize several of these changes in a persistent way, an endocrinology evaluation will help clarify what is causing them and define the follow-up.
Data on 67 doctors who treat hypercortisolism
Which specialist treats hypercortisolism?
Hypercortisolism (Cushing's syndrome) should be evaluated by an endocrinologist, a hormone disorder specialist; in children, a pediatric endocrinologist is the right choice. Find these specialists.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hypercortisolism
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. César Arias Ruiz
Dr. Pavel González Guzmán
Dr. Elideth Paniagua Anduiza
Dr. Valery Fabiola Lerma Torres
Dr. Christian Jonathan Villarreal Vidal
Dr. Rosa Nayely Hernández Flandes
Dr. Nadia Soler Quiñones
Frequently asked questions
What is hypercortisolism?
Hypercortisolism, also known as Cushing syndrome, is a condition in which the body is exposed to elevated levels of cortisol, a hormone involved in metabolism and in the response to stress. This sustained excess affects several systems of the body.
Which doctor treats hypercortisolism?
Hypercortisolism (Cushing's syndrome) should be evaluated by an endocrinologist, a hormone disorder specialist; in children, a pediatric endocrinologist is the right choice. Find these specialists.