Daniel J. Toft MD, PhD
Endocrinologist
Northwestern University
Chicago, IL
Dr. Toft is a member of the EndocrineWeb Editorial Board.

EndocrineWeb.com Articles Reviewed by Daniel J. Toft MD, PhD

4 Lifestyle Tips for Cushing’s Syndrome
Other than taking medications or having surgery, what else can you do to live well with Cushing’s syndrome? In this article, you’ll learn 4 easy lifestyle tips that can help you thrive with Cushing’s syndrome.
Cushing’s Syndrome Treatments
Cushing’s syndrome treatments depend on the cause of the Cushing’s syndrome as well as what symptoms you’re experiencing. Find out about common treatments for Cushing’s syndrome, such as surgery, radiation, and medications.
Cushing’s Syndrome Diagnosis
To diagnose Cushing’s syndrome, your doctor will do a physical exam and ask you about your personal and family medical history. You may also need tests to confirm the diagnosis. Learn what common exams and tests doctors use to diagnose Cushing’s syndrome.
Cushing’s Syndrome Symptoms
This article shows you the classic Cushing’s syndrome symptoms to look out for. Also find out how symptoms of Cushing’s syndrome can sometimes be different for men and women.
Cushing’s Syndrome Causes
Article explains common causes of Cushing’s syndrome, including pituitary tumors, adrenal tumors, and excessive production of cortisol. Also, learn how one particular type of medication can cause Cushing’s syndrome.
Growth Hormone Deficiency Diagnosis
In order for your doctor to make a growth hormone deficiency diagnosis, he or she will need to perform some exams and tests. Find out what exams and tests are commonly used to diagnose growth hormone deficiency.
Growth Hormone Deficiency Basics
Growth hormone deficiency can happen when the body doesn’t produce enough growth hormone, a hormone produced in the pituitary gland. Learn about growth hormone deficiency basics and see who’s at risk for developing it.
Growth Hormone Deficiency Symptoms
Growth hormone deficiency symptoms can vary, depending on your age. Some people are born with growth hormone deficiency, while others develop it as an adult. Learn about the symptoms of growth hormone deficiency and find out how to recognize it.
Growth Hormone Therapy
The most common treatment for growth hormone deficiency is growth hormone therapy. With this treatment, you’ll need to take daily injections of growth hormone. Find out the basics of growth hormone therapy in this article.
Growth Hormone Deficiency Causes
In most cases, there is no single growth hormone deficiency cause that can be identified. However, researchers think that a severe head trauma or a tumor may cause this condition. Find out what else may cause growth hormone deficiency.
Adrenal Cancer Causes and Symptoms
The exact cause of adrenal cancer is unknown, but it may be linked to aging and smoking. Symptoms of adrenal cancer vary, depending on what type of adrenal tumor you have. Learn more about the most common causes and symptoms of adrenal cancer.
Pituitary Tumor Treatment Overview
Even though the majority of pituitary tumors are benign (non-cancerous), most require some type of treatment—either to remove the tumor or control its size. Learn about the 3 most common pituitary tumor treatments.
Surgery for Pituitary Tumors
Pituitary tumor surgery involves removing all or most of your tumor. But what type of surgery you have depends on what type of tumor you have, as well as the size and shape of the tumor. Article focuses on the 2 main types of pituitary tumor surgery.
Radiation Therapy for Pituitary Tumors
Radiation therapy for pituitary tumors is sometimes used to shrink a tumor. Typically, radiation therapy can be used alone or in combination with another treatment. Learn about the 2 main types of radiation therapy for pituitary tumors.
Medications for Pituitary Tumors
Certain medications can be used to treat pituitary tumors. Some of these medications can work to regulate your hormone production, while other medications may help shrink your tumor. Find out what specific types of medications can treat your tumor.
Pituitary Tumor Complications
If you have a pituitary tumor, it’s possible for you to experience some complications, but some people with pituitary tumors don’t experience any complications. Learn about potential pituitary tumor complications.
Pituitary Tumor Symptoms
The symptoms of a pituitary tumor can be subtle, such as feeling weak or tired all the time, so they’re easy to overlook. Many people attribute them to something else, such as needing more sleep. Learn about other pituitary tumor symptoms.
Pituitary Tumor Risk Factors
There are very few known risk factors for pituitary tumors, but your family history may play a role. Article explains the main risk factors of pituitary tumors.
Pituitary Tumors Overview
A pituitary tumor is an abnormal growth in your pituitary gland that can cause an overproduction of certain hormones. This can lead to different endocrine disorders, such as acromegaly. Article explains the main types of pituitary tumors.
Diagnosing Pituitary Tumors
To diagnose a pituitary tumor, your doctor will most likely run a few key tests. Find out what the most common tests are for diagnosing pituitary tumors.