Question

Cushing's syndrome is developed due to ______.

• A. Hyposecretion of ACTH
• B. Hypersecretion of ACTH
• C. Hyposecretion of thyroxine
• D. Hyper secretion of thyroxine

Answer 1

The correct option is B Hypersecretion of ACTH

Cushing's syndrome is caused due to hypersecretion of ACTH leading to increase in cortisol level in body that results to this condition. ACTH or Adrenocorticotropic hormone is secreted by pituitary gland. Symptoms of this syndrome may include high blood pressure, obesity with thin arms and legs, acne, irregular menstruation cycle in females, etc.

So, the correct option is 'Hypersecretion of ACTH'