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Conventional Treatment Options for Cushing Syndrome

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Conventional treatment options for Cushing syndrome typically target the excess hormones produced in the condition. Some therapies either remove or treat the cause of the excess hormones. Others block hormonal activity. 30, 108

Common treatments include: 30, 108

  • Drugs to block cortisol and androgen hormone production.
  • Surgical removal of adrenal gland or pituitary tumors.
  • Radiotherapy of adrenal gland or pituitary tumors.
  • Stopping or reducing steroidal medications.

Treatments for Hair Loss Caused by Cushing Syndrome

Systemic drugs used to reverse or slow thinning hair from Cushing’s include: 30

Conventional medicine inhibits excess hormones produced by adrenal glands to treat Cushing syndrome.
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