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Is A 1mg Dexamethasone Suppression Test Needed While Treating Cushing's Syndrome?
Question: Hi
I asked a quesion regarding cushings but i didnt see the option for pictures until after I had already asked and paid.. But i think the pictures are viral so ill pay again. Ive attached screen caps of what i wrote on the other question as well as, pictures of my stretch marks, i picture of me in Dec 2015 and two current pictures
I asked a quesion regarding cushings but i didnt see the option for pictures until after I had already asked and paid.. But i think the pictures are viral so ill pay again. Ive attached screen caps of what i wrote on the other question as well as, pictures of my stretch marks, i picture of me in Dec 2015 and two current pictures
Brief Answer:
about cushing syndrome;
Detailed Answer:
Hello Dear,
I have gone carefully through your concern and reviewed the images too.
The symptoms and picture of the red striae you attached are suggestive for Cushing's syndrome.
I do not know what exams you have done until now but in your case, having into consideration the history and actual symptoms, an 1 mg dexamethasone suppression test is needed.
If cortisol level is low after the test than Cushing's is excluded.
Please do not hesitate to ask if you have further symptoms.
Kind Regards,
Dr.Mirjeta
about cushing syndrome;
Detailed Answer:
Hello Dear,
I have gone carefully through your concern and reviewed the images too.
The symptoms and picture of the red striae you attached are suggestive for Cushing's syndrome.
I do not know what exams you have done until now but in your case, having into consideration the history and actual symptoms, an 1 mg dexamethasone suppression test is needed.
If cortisol level is low after the test than Cushing's is excluded.
Please do not hesitate to ask if you have further symptoms.
Kind Regards,
Dr.Mirjeta
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