Cushion's disease is ___________.
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an endocrine disorder
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a cardiovascular disease
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a respiratory disease
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an orthopedic disease
A
Correct answer
Explanation
Cushing's disease (misspelled as Cushion's in the question) is a serious condition caused by an excess of the hormone cortisol. Since hormones are regulated by the endocrine system, it is classified as an endocrine disorder. The other options refer to cardiovascular, respiratory, or orthopedic systems, which are not the primary systems affected by this disease.