There is interest in the CSRF on recovering from the Cushing’s experience. Each of us is unique in these experiences but they are very much similar. In my early sixties after a lifetime of good health I began having many symptoms familiar to all of you.… Continue Reading
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Ross H., Ectopic
Don’t give up. Keep fighting. Believe. There is hope. I am writing this story on behalf of my father, Ross, who was diagnosed with Cushing’s Syndrome a little over 4 years ago. … Continue Reading
Chris S., Adrenal Tumor
My story is very similar to the others that you’ll see here, with one notable exception; I’m a man! I find it interesting that the vast majority of experiences here are from women. I understand that Cushing’s is more common in women, but not to this extent. I suppose men just aren’t as comfortable sharing their experiences. Another difference for me is that I never really felt sick prior to my diagnosis.… Continue Reading
Mark N., Transsphenoidal Pituitary Surgery, Radiation
Are you misunderstood? Have you been told, it is all in your head? You are fat, get over it. You are depressed; anti depression, medications will help you. Do people look at you differently? These misconceptions are associated with Cushing’s Disease. Living with Cushing’s Disease affects your self- esteem, and injects self-doubt into your daily life routine.… Continue Reading
Mariko B., Parent, Pediatric, Transsphenoidal Pituitary Surgery
Monday, August 12, 1996 was another hot summer day in Los Angeles. We had just returned from Los Angeles Children’s Hospital where my son, Dylan, age 8, had just had another MRI on his head. Because Dylan had to undergo anesthesia, he was feeling very tired. The phone rang. It was Dr. Thomas Roe, head of the endocrinology department, with whom we had spent the morning. He had some bad news. He gently broke the news that Dylan had a tumor on his pituitary gland, a condition called Cushing’s Syndrome … Continue Reading
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