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Weight Loss, Diet and Exercise

Question: Since I had successful surgery for Cushing’s, I cannot lose weight and the weight is on my face and abdomen, just like when I was ill. Is the steroid replacement therapy responsible for this weight? Answer: It should be possible to lose weight following cure, once the steroid replacement doses are below the levels… Continue Reading

Type II Diabetes and Weight Loss

Question: Is it harder for someone who has Type II diabetes to lose the weight they gained during Cushing’s? Answer: Weight loss is difficult in general and depends on many factors, e.g. caloric intake, activity level, and basal metabolic rate. Weight loss may be more difficult in individuals with Type II diabetes. However, as pointed… Continue Reading

Lack of Weight Loss After Bilateral Adrenalectomy

Question: I had two unsuccessful transsphenoidal surgeries followed by radiation. Since my ACTH levels were still extremely elevated, I had a bilateral adrenalectomy. My physical appearance (weight and fat distribution) has not changed as much as my doctor expected. Would growth hormone therapy be useful in my case? Answer: The lack of change in your… Continue Reading

Growth Hormone and Weight Loss

Question: Will my weight automatically return to normal after my Cortisol levels are normal? How quickly will this happen and will I need to diet? Also, I have heard that when most of the pituitary is removed, growth hormone replacement may be required before I can lose weight. Answer: These are good questions. Your weight… Continue Reading

Gastric Bypass Surgery after Cushing’s

Question: I’m 40 years old and had a bilateral adrenalectomy 2 years ago, thus am on 20mg/day Cortef replacement. I feel alot better, but have not been able to lose the weight. Since I am considered obese, my doctor is now talking about gastric bypass surgery. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with… Continue Reading