The disease called ___________ is caused by excessive secretion of glucocorticoids,and is characterized by redistribution of body fat to produce the features known as "moon face" and "buffalo hump".
A)Cushing syndrome
B)Addison disease
C)androgenital syndrome
D)pheochromocytoma
E)Graves disease

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The features of "moon face" and "buffalo hump" are characteristic of Cushing syndrome, which is caused by excessive secretion of glucocorticoids. Addison disease is characterized by adrenal insufficiency and decreased production of cortisol and aldosterone. Androgenital syndrome is characterized by excessive production of androgens. Pheochromocytoma is a tumor of the adrenal medulla, causing excessive production of catecholamines, and Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder affecting the thyroid gland.

The Disease Called ___________ Is Caused by Excessive Secretion of Glucocorticoids,and