posted by Tess on Apr 30
Cushing’s syndrome or hyperadrenocorticism is not as common in cats as it is among dogs. The treatments for Cushing’s disease in dogs is far more developed that those for cats. But that can hardly be reason for getting complacent since there have been a fair number of cases of feline hyperadrenocorticism that have been reported lately.
The best way to be prepared to tackle the syndrome is to understand the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. This helps in identifying the problem, confirming the presence and getting it treated effectively.
Causes
Cushing’s disease is a glandular disorder caused by excessive production of an adrenal-cortex hormone called cortisol.
A complex system of reciprocal interactions between the pituitary gland and the adrenal glands controls the cortisol levels in a cat’s body. An abnormal development like a tumor can disturb the fine balance of the amount of cortisol produced.
Sometimes, the condition can also be caused due to a high dosage of synthetic hormones that may have been used to treat other ailments.
Symptoms
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