Journal of Steroids & Hormonal Science

ISSN - 2157-7536

Hypercortisolism

Condition in which body is exposed to excess of cortisol hormone for a longer time duration due to either steroid therapy (cortisol-like medication) or excessive cortisol produce by adrenaline gland. This condition is known as Cushing's syndrome considered as a hormonal disorder associated with upper body obesity, hypertension, Severe fatigue and muscle weakness.