Deaths from Cushing's syndrome. Cushing's syndrome: Deaths. Cushing's syndrome and associated complications (e.g. diabetes) can be fatal if undiagnosed or diagnosed too late. Cushing's syndrome: Hospitalization Statistics. The following are statistics from various sources about hospitalizations and Cushing's syndrome:
1 Bismuth subsalicylate (the active ingredient in Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate, and Bismatrol) â this can relieve inflammatory conditions of the stomach and intestines, which can sometimes relieve gas.
1 When using medicines containing bismuth subsalicylate, a temporary and harmless darkening of the stool or tongue may occur. 2  You should drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea. 3  You may use the product as directed until diarrhea stops, but not for more than two days.