Multiple choice

Hyper-secretion of cortisol causes

  1. Addison's disease

  2. Cushing's syndrome

  3. Gigantism

  4. Sheehan syndrome

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B Correct answer
Explanation

When levels of cortisol secreted by adrenal cortex increase in blood, a rare condition called Cushing's syndrome occurs indicated by weight gain, fragile skin and rounded face.