Objectives:
- Compare and contrast Cushing syndrome and Addison disease.
Assignment Overview
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Compare and contrast Cushing syndrome and Addison disease addressing the following categories:
- Etiology
- Physical Appearance
- Fluid and electrolytes
- Blood pressure
- Blood sugar
- Musculoskeletal effects
- Inflammatory response
- Immune response
- Response to stress
- Treatment
