Cushing’s syndrome (hyperadrenocorticism) is a condition in which there is an excess of cortisol. It may be caused by drugs, such as prednisone, or by an excess of the body’s own cortisol, caused by a pituitary or adrenal tumor.
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- Merck Veterinary Manual: Hyperadrenocorticism Includes etiology, clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
- Dog Owner's Guide: Cushing's Disease Article by Norma Bennett Woolf, which includes common drug therapies.
- Pet Owner's Crash Course in Canine Cushing's Disease Includes causes, diagnostic tests, the pros and cons of various treatments, and links to references.
- Vetinfo: Cushing's Disease in Dogs Article by Michael Richards, DVM, with description, diagnosis, treatment, and answers to readers' questions.
- Symptoms of Cushing's Syndrome Dr Wendy C. Brooks DVM, DABVP provides the signs and symptoms owners may notice when their pet suffers from this condition, also known as hyperadrenocorticism.