Cushing's syndrome is caused by:
A)hyposecretion of the adrenal cortex.
B)hypersecretion of the adrenal cortex.
C)hyposecretion of the thyroid gland.
D)hypersecretion of the thyroid gland.

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Cushing's syndrome is caused by excessive production of cortisol, which is a hormone produced by the adrenal cortex. Therefore, hypersecretion of the adrenal cortex is the correct answer.

Cushing's Syndrome Is Caused By