Cushings

[dkurst]

My Doctor is testing me for Cushings is there a reason why does this have something to do with Hyporthryoidism???

[kitty9309]

They are both endocrine diseases.

Addison's disease (which is autoimmune like hypo) is more commonly associated with thyroid disease. Addison's is the opposite of Cushing's.

Good luck with the tests.

[sue3708]

I am also undergoing testing.  What tests have you had done?

[KelDC]

I believe Cushing's is a disease of the adrenal gland(s?), not the thyroid. However, like the thyroid, it is part of the endocrine system.  You would still see an endocrinologist for treatment.  
Best of luck!  

[HOLLY559]

My friend started gaining wt very fast and was tested for everything, finally they tested her Cortisol level and it was REALLY high. Went through all these test and they found she has Cushings disease, which is caused by a tumor on her pituitary gland. She had it removed, suffered a mild stroke from infection (she went through tough time with the whole experience!) but now shes fine. Because alot of her pituitary was removed, she has to take meds for Diabetes insipidus, which is not sugar diabeties. She also cannot have children now because of the lessoned pituitary.

Hope this helps. Hope you don't have it!

Holly