Medications for Cushing's syndrome: If surgery and/or radiation aren't effective, medications can be used to regulate cortisol production in the body. However, for people who have severe Cushing's syndrome symptoms, sometimes medications are used before surgery and radiation treatment.
The gemstone Amethyst is the Birthstone for February. It is also the Zodiac stone for the constellation of Pisces. Amethyst is associated with spirituality, wisdom, sobriety, and security.
Garnets are the modern birthstone for January. They are the Zodiac birthstones for Aquarius, and an alternate for Capricorn. Garnets are given on the 2nd and 6th anniversary. Garnets are associated with strength, perseverity, prosperity, and health. As a gemstone, garnets have had a mixed reputation.