Today I am hugely thankful that the last major issue we had here was in 2013 when Tom had his heart attack. That event caused me to start a whole new blog to post about our experiences. Adapted from https://maryomedical.com/2013/02/08/the-beginning/ January 27, 2013 was our 40th anniversary. DH called me and said he …
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May 25
Nashville
Next week I’m going to a conference in Nashville for one of my jobs. The last time – actually the only other time – I was there, it was for a Cushing’s Conference. There are two albums of photos on Facebook from that conference. Part one and Part two (Duh!) It makes me sad just …
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- Lunch and Learn, Los Angeles CaliforniaAdrenal Insufficiency United’s Lunch & Learn Events are one day mini-conferences located in different cities in the USA. We find great local speakers to lead sessions and give presentations about issues affecting those with adrenal insufficiency. These one day events will be packed full of opportunities giving attendees more chances to ask questions, share their […]
- Interview With an EndocrinologistCushing’s syndrome happens when the body has too much cortisol, the stress hormone. It can cause weight gain, high blood pressure, and diabetes. So how to keep your health in check and what are the treatment options available? In an exclusive interview with Times Now, an Endocrinologist explains its symptoms, causes, and treatments. We often […]
- Adrenal Insufficiency BasicsAdrenal insufficiency is a condition where the adrenal glands don’t produce enough of certain hormones, primarily cortisol and sometimes aldosterone. This disorder can be categorized into primary (Addison’s disease) and secondary forms. Symptoms Common symptoms of adrenal insufficiency include: Chronic fatigue and muscle weakness Weight loss and decreased appetite Abdominal pain Low blood pressure, causing […]
- How is Cushing’s Disease Diagnosed?Diagnosing Cushing’s disease involves a series of tests to confirm excessive cortisol production and determine its source. The diagnostic process typically includes: Initial Screening Tests 24-hour urinary free cortisol test: This involves collecting urine over a 24-hour period to measure cortisol levels 1,2. Late-night salivary cortisol test: Saliva samples are collected in the late evening to […]
- Basics: Workup for Incidental Pituitary AdenomaA 35-year-old woman is seen in the outpatient clinic for evaluation of an incidental pituitary macroadenoma. Her medical history is significant for hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, polycystic ovary syndrome, and obesity. She initially presented to the emergency department (ED) a week ago after an episode of right visual field changes that she described as waviness in […]
- Webinar: The Art of Parenting While SickAre you a parent with adrenal insufficiency? If you’ve ever struggled with how to talk to your child about adrenal insufficiency, you’re not alone. In this free webinar with Hilary Hodge, she will discuss: What adrenal insufficiency is and how you manage it What an adrenal crisis is and what to do if you have one […]
- Hypopituitarism: An Essential GuideHypopituitarism, a partial or complete deficiency of one or more anterior pituitary hormones, is a nebulous topic. No two patients are alike, and the caveats abound. Fortunately, we can treat patients with hormones in this era to maintain some semblance of normality. Truthfully, we are unable to completely restore function to normal due to the […]
- Rare Disease DayWhat am I doing for Rare Disease Day? For me, it’s more that one day out of the year. Each and every day since 1987, I tell anyone who will listen about Cushing’s. I pass out a LOT Cushing’s business cards and brochures. Adding to websites, blogs and more that I have maintained continuously since […]
- Cushing’s Disease BasicsCushing’s Disease is a rare condition caused by excessive production of cortisol, a hormone essential for various bodily functions 12. It is a specific form of Cushing’s Syndrome, where the overproduction of cortisol is due to a tumor in the pituitary gland 5. The condition affects 10 to 15 people per million each year, predominantly […]
- Adrenal Insufficiency United’s Lunch & LearnAdrenal Insufficiency United’s Lunch & Learn Events are one day mini-conferences located in different cities in the USA. We find great local speakers to lead sessions and give presentations about issues affecting those with adrenal insufficiency. These one day events will be packed full of opportunities giving attendees more chances to ask questions, share their […]
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- Lunch and Learn, Los Angeles CaliforniaAdrenal Insufficiency United’s Lunch & Learn Events are one day mini-conferences located in different cities in the USA. We find great local speakers to lead sessions and give presentations about issues affecting those with adrenal insufficiency. These one day events will be packed full of opportunities giving attendees more chances to ask questions, share their […]MaryO
- Interview With an EndocrinologistCushing’s syndrome happens when the body has too much cortisol, the stress hormone. It can cause weight gain, high blood pressure, and diabetes. So how to keep your health in check and what are the treatment options available? In an exclusive interview with Times Now, an Endocrinologist explains its symptoms, causes, and treatments. We often […]MaryO
- Adrenal Insufficiency BasicsAdrenal insufficiency is a condition where the adrenal glands don’t produce enough of certain hormones, primarily cortisol and sometimes aldosterone. This disorder can be categorized into primary (Addison’s disease) and secondary forms. Symptoms Common symptoms of adrenal insufficiency include: Chronic fatigue and muscle weakness Weight loss and decreased appetite Abdominal pain Low blood pressure, causing […]MaryO
- How is Cushing’s Disease Diagnosed?Diagnosing Cushing’s disease involves a series of tests to confirm excessive cortisol production and determine its source. The diagnostic process typically includes: Initial Screening Tests 24-hour urinary free cortisol test: This involves collecting urine over a 24-hour period to measure cortisol levels 1,2. Late-night salivary cortisol test: Saliva samples are collected in the late evening to […]MaryO
- Basics: Workup for Incidental Pituitary AdenomaA 35-year-old woman is seen in the outpatient clinic for evaluation of an incidental pituitary macroadenoma. Her medical history is significant for hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, polycystic ovary syndrome, and obesity. She initially presented to the emergency department (ED) a week ago after an episode of right visual field changes that she described as waviness in […]MaryO
- Webinar: The Art of Parenting While SickAre you a parent with adrenal insufficiency? If you’ve ever struggled with how to talk to your child about adrenal insufficiency, you’re not alone. In this free webinar with Hilary Hodge, she will discuss: What adrenal insufficiency is and how you manage it What an adrenal crisis is and what to do if you have one […]MaryO
- Hypopituitarism: An Essential GuideHypopituitarism, a partial or complete deficiency of one or more anterior pituitary hormones, is a nebulous topic. No two patients are alike, and the caveats abound. Fortunately, we can treat patients with hormones in this era to maintain some semblance of normality. Truthfully, we are unable to completely restore function to normal due to the […]MaryO
- Rare Disease DayWhat am I doing for Rare Disease Day? For me, it’s more that one day out of the year. Each and every day since 1987, I tell anyone who will listen about Cushing’s. I pass out a LOT Cushing’s business cards and brochures. Adding to websites, blogs and more that I have maintained continuously since […]MaryO
- Cushing’s Disease BasicsCushing’s Disease is a rare condition caused by excessive production of cortisol, a hormone essential for various bodily functions 12. It is a specific form of Cushing’s Syndrome, where the overproduction of cortisol is due to a tumor in the pituitary gland 5. The condition affects 10 to 15 people per million each year, predominantly […]MaryO
- Adrenal Insufficiency United’s Lunch & LearnAdrenal Insufficiency United’s Lunch & Learn Events are one day mini-conferences located in different cities in the USA. We find great local speakers to lead sessions and give presentations about issues affecting those with adrenal insufficiency. These one day events will be packed full of opportunities giving attendees more chances to ask questions, share their […]MaryO