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rlane42

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Cushing syndrome is a chronic syndrome caused by hyposecretion of the adrenal cortex, characterized by darkening of the skin, loss of appetite, mental depression, and muscle weakness.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The medical term for discolored flat spot on the skin is ________.
 
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olivia_paige29

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Reply #1 on: Jun 27, 2018
Answer to Question 1

FALSE
Explanation: Cushing syndrome is caused by hypersecretion of the adrenal gland and includes the symptoms of obesity, moon face, hyperglycemia, and muscle weakness.

Answer to Question 2

macule


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