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Cortisol is a corticosteroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex that is involved in the response to stress; it increases blood pressure, blood sugar levels, may cause infertility in women, and suppresses the immune system. Synthetic cortisol, also known as hydrocortisone, is used as a drug mainly to fight allergies... more at Wikipedia
Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Addison's Disease | 306 |
97% |
| Chronic Fatigue Syndrome | 7 |
86% |
| Hypothyroidism | 3 |
100% |
| Alopecia Areata | 2 |
50% |
| Environmental Allergies | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 97% (320
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Cortisol Reviews
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half and half-face gets swollen and other issues
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10mg morning 5 evening total per day 15.
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I have freguent bouts of adrenal insufficiency.
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I've been through many different levels. Right now I'm on 10 mg morning, 5 mg afternoon and 5 mg evening. It seems to be working. Finding an Endocrinologist that understands Addison's is rare.
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Take 20 mg / day
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It works well enough though it causes quite a few unwanted side effects.
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Works
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Have been changing from different forms. I am taking dexamethazone right now.
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I have been taken off of cortisol and put back on again. I don't have the money to buy any right now though.
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seems to be working at moment on 22.5mg a day.
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Normal cortisol noon range
Hey, I have these strange reactions to emotional stress. When I start to talk to someone my heart starts pounding and my BP goes a lot. I've been t... [More] -
Cortisol and Other Test Results
Hi. I don't really understand those test results, but your title did mention cortisol. My cortisol level was a flat line. I was very ill. My dr. reco... [More] -
increased cortisol again
Well, it's good that you're getting treatment. If one gland looks abnormal it is sometimes worth it to take that one out first and see if things impro... [More] -
increased cortisol again
If you have cushing's, almost nothing you intake will change your cortisol level. Your tumor has taken over. Anything that changes cortisol levels in ... [More] -
increased cortisol again
i need help please im 32 year old male was diagnosed with cushings disease six years ago, ive had pituitary surgery in 07 (unsucccesful!) radiother... [More]
