Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
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Symptoms associated with Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion
The following symptoms have been associated with Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Acne
A skin condition in which there is an increase in sebum secretion by the pilosebaceous apparatus associated wi...
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Asthenia
A state characterized by a feeling of weakness and loss of strength leading to a generalized weakness of the b...
Bruising susceptibility
An ecchymosis (bruise) refers to the skin discoloration caused by the escape of blood into the tissues from ru...
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Fatiguable weakness of proximal limb muscles
A type of weakness of a skeletal muscle of proximal part of a limb that occurs after a muscle group is used an...
Flushing
Recurrent episodes of redness of the skin together with a sensation of warmth or burning of the affected areas...
Hypertension
The presence of chronic increased pressure in the systemic arterial system....
Increased body weight
Abnormally increased body weight....
Insomnia
Persistent difficulty in starting or maintaining sleep, or waking up earlier than desired, despite having adeq...
Memory impairment
An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and inc...
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Pedal edema
An abnormal accumulation of excess fluid in the lower extremity resulting in swelling of the feet and extendin...
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion?
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion is a health condition described in medical literature. Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion?
Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion is associated with 15 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Acne, Anxiety, Asthenia, Bruising susceptibility, Depression, Diarrhea. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion include CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Urinalysis. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Cushing syndrome due to ectopic ACTH secretion, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.