What are the Symptoms of Cushing's syndrome?
Signs and symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome vary, but most people with the disorder have:
Upper body obesity A rounded face Increased fat around the neck Relatively slender arms and legs Children tend to be obese with slowed growth rates.
Other signs appear in the skin, which becomes fragile and thin, bruises easily, and heals poorly. Purple or pink stretch marks may appear on the abdomen, thighs, buttocks, arms, and breasts. The bones are weakened, and routine activities such as bending, lifting, or rising from a chair may lead to backaches and rib or spinal column fractures. Women with Cushing’s syndrome usually have excess hair growth on their face, neck, chest, abdomen, and thighs. Their menstrual periods may become irregular or stop. Men may have decreased fertility with diminished or absent desire for sex and, sometimes, erectile dysfunction. Other common signs and symptoms include:
Severe fatigue Weak muscles Hypertension High blood glucose Increased thirst and urination Irritability, anxiety, or depression A fatty hump between the shoulders </s>