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.
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 7 doctors who treat hypercortisolism
Specialties that treat hypercortisolism
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in hypercortisolism
Dr. Joaquín Gerardo Joya Galeana
Dr. Judith Ne'eman Márquez Reyes
Dr. Clicerio González Villalpando
Dr. Aquiles Rafael Ayala Ruiz
Dr. Aguirre Alfredo Ulloa
Dr. Raul De Luna Cruz
Dr. Ismael Antonio Quintal Medina
Dr. Héctor Augusto Mendoza Vázquez
Dra. Mariana Mercado Garcia
Dra. Nitzia López Juárez
Dr. Astrid Hernández Valdez
Dr. Ernesto Sosa Eroza
Dr. Jorge Antonio Jesus Carrillo
Dr. Sarai Tovar
Dr. Luis Enrique Tinoco Montes
Dra. Claudia Ramirez Renteria
Dr. Cesar Chavarria Bonequi
Dr. Mitzi Zaira Fong Ponce
Dr. Daniel Almaraz Guerra
Dr. René Salazar Rodríguez
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 is usually treated by specialists in endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, endocrinologist.