Cushing syndrome is a result of:
A)hypersecretion of glucocorticoids from the adrenal cortex.
B)hyposecretion of glucocorticoids from the adrenal cortex.
C)hypersecretion of mineralcorticoids from the adrenal medulla.
D)hypersecretion of androgens from the adrenal cortex.
E)hyposecretion of androgens from the adrenal medulla.

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Cushing syndrome is caused by the hypersecretion of glucocorticoids from the adrenal cortex. This can be due to an excessive production of cortisol from the adrenal gland, or from prolonged use of corticosteroid medication.

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