Adrenal Cancer

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Adrenal Cancer Complications


A functioning adrenocortical tumor that produces excess cortisol may result in Cushing's syndrome. Approximately 30–40% of patients with Cushing's syndrome and an adrenal mass are diagnosed with adrenal cancer

Symptoms of Cushing's syndrome include the following:

Absence of menstruation (amenorrhea)
Bruising easily
Excessive growth of facial and body hair in women (hirsutism)
Flushing (reddish complexion)
High blood pressure (hypertension)
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