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Older patients with Cushing's syndrome often have different symptoms and treatment outcomes compared to younger patients.

Cushing's syndrome can cause serious health problems, and early treatment is crucial, but some issues may remain after treatment.

Doctors often diagnose Cushing's syndrome late, which worsens symptoms; earlier detection is needed.

Adrenal disorders can cause lasting brain and behavior issues in children.

Hyperadrenocorticism in ferrets is linked to neutering and indoor housing, and is best treated with surgery and a deslorelin implant.

The conclusion is that different types of hair loss in dogs and cats can be cosmetic or serious, and affected animals should not be bred.

A 36-year-old woman with low potassium levels was found to have Cushing disease, and after treatment, her potassium levels normalized.

Researchers created a mouse model for Cushing's syndrome to study glucocorticoid excess and potential treatments.

ACTH-dependent Cushing's syndrome linked to metastatic cervical cancer is rare and has high risks.

Metastatic cervical cancer can cause rare, severe Cushing's syndrome with high risk of death.

Hirsutism is excessive hair growth in women often caused by polycystic ovarian syndrome, and identifying the cause is important for managing associated health risks.

Diabetes can lead to blindness and skin problems, and managing blood sugar and blood pressure is crucial to prevent these complications.

Postmenopausal hyperandrogenism, a condition with symptoms like increased hair growth and acne, is usually caused by PCOS but can also be due to other factors. It's diagnosed by checking testosterone levels and treated either by removing the adrenal tumor or through antiandrogen therapy.

The cause of atypical Cushing's syndrome in dogs, possibly linked to sex hormones, is not yet proven.

The document suggests creating a validated score to diagnose Cushing's Syndrome and considers plasma steroid profiling as a simpler diagnostic method.

Treatment can improve survival and symptoms in dogs with Cushing's disease, but outcomes are unpredictable.

Children and adults with Cushing's disease show different symptoms and males have more severe cases; surgery outcomes can be predicted by certain factors.

A woman with Cushing's syndrome improved after surgery to remove a tumor causing the condition.

Hormone imbalances from the pituitary, thyroid, and adrenal glands can cause infertility, but treating these disorders can improve fertility.

Most adrenal cortex tumors are benign and non-secreting, but proper diagnosis and treatment are important due to the rare possibility of cancer.

A diabetic cat with another gland issue got better after treatment with cabergoline, no longer needing insulin.

Cats lose fur due to various reasons, including allergies, infections, genetics, hormones, diet, cancer, stress, and some conditions are treatable while others are not.

Trilostane effectively and safely treats dogs with pituitary-dependent hyperadrenocorticism, improving symptoms and adrenal gland size.

A Shi Tzu dog with high cortisol levels improved after increasing the dose of trilostane.

Effective hirsutism management requires identifying the cause, combining new and traditional treatments, and setting realistic expectations for patients.

Different types of hair loss in dogs and cats have various causes and treatments, with outcomes ranging from good to uncertain.

Alopecia in animals can be hereditary, congenital, or acquired, with treatments and outcomes varying widely.

Insulinomas and adrenocortical tumors are common in older ferrets, diagnosed with blood tests and ultrasounds, and treated with medications or surgery.

Melasma is a skin condition linked to female hormones, genetics, UV exposure, and certain medications, but not to pituitary, adrenal, or thyroid diseases.

Most hirsutism cases are due to PCOS, and treatment focuses on lowering testosterone and blocking its effects.