Topical glucocorticoid application causing iatrogenic Cushing’s syndrome followed by secondary adrenal insufficiency in infants: two case reports

Topical glucocorticoid application causing iatrogenic Cushing’s syndrome followed by secondary adrenal insufficiency in infants: two case reports

Abstract Background Iatrogenic Cushing’s syndrome induced by oral and parenteral glucocorticoid administration is a well-known complication. Immediate withdrawal from exogenous steroids can lead to life-threatening adrenal insufficiency. However, Cushing’s syndrome caused by topical treatment with g...

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Main Authors: Nicola Matejek, Johannes Hoos, Paul Martin Holterhus, Markus Bettendorf, Daniela Choukair
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2022-12-01
Series:Journal of Medical Case Reports
Subjects:
Topical glucocorticoid application
Iatrogenic Cushing’s disease
Dexamethasone eye drops
Topical application of clobetasol
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-022-03659-2

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