Cushing's syndrome is the result of the excessive production of corticosteroids by the adrenal glands. An overproduction of corticotropin (ACTH) - the hormone that controls the adrenal gland - by the pituitary gland, which stimulates the adrenal glands to produce corticosteroids, may be one cause. It is called Cushing's disease and the result of ACTH-secreting pituitary adenoma. Alt.
deficiency. a lack or shortage; a condition characterized by the presence of less than the normal or necessary supply or competence. color vision deficiency see color vision deficiency.
â¢ DEFICIT (noun) The noun DEFICIT has 4 senses: 1. the property of being an amount by which something is less than expected or required. 2. a deficiency or failure in neurological or mental functioning. 3. (sports) the score by which a team or individual is losing. 4. an excess of liabilities over assets (usually over a certain period) Familiarity information: DEFICIT used as a noun is uncommon.