What Is Cushing Syndrome?
Cortisol is a type of hormone that is produced in the adrenal glands. It is a type of stress hormone, and a steroid hormone, that is important for the fight or flight response. This is because it helps to keep us alert when there is a potential threat nearby, while it also performs other important functions in our body.
These other functions include regulating blood pressure, managing inflammation, and regulating our sleep/wake cycle. As with other types of hormone, it is important that cortisol is present in the right levels, otherwise problems can arise. Some medical conditions can affect the levels of cortisol in the body, and one of these is Cushing syndrome.
