Question 1

can hi cortisol from daily stress cause a buffalo hump?

Accepted Answer

No: That requires a much much higher level from a disorder know as cushing's disease.

Question 2

can depression cause cushings like symptoms, including a buffalo  hump?

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No: But the opposite might be true.

Question 3

can depression cause a cushings like syndrome with a buffalo hump and many other cushings symptoms?

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Not exactly: Depression does not cause cushing's syndrome.  But depression is common in people with cushing's syndrome.  In fact  depression can be one of the symptoms of cushing's syndrome, along with buffalo hump and much more.

Question 4

have had a "buffalo hump" for about at least 4 years. don't have any other symptoms at all. am a little overweight. any reason for concern?

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Probably not .....: .... but this unusual deposition of fat at the neck and upper back is associated with Cushing's syndrome.  Named after a famous doctor from the 19th century, it occurs when there is too much circulating cortisol/cortisone in the bloodstream. The body's adrenal glands may produce too much or a person may be taking/using cortisone drugs for a prescribed treatment. You should be thoroughly tested.

Question 5

whats moon face and buffalo hump, and can taking prednisone cause them?

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See below: These are classic side effects of prednisone.  They improve once one can come off prednisone.  Hope that helps.

Question 6

is it possible to lose fat from buffalo hump?

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Yes , but ...: Yes but it is hard to do ; you may have to lose most of your body fat to do it.

Question 7

what's to be done about buffalo hump(medication term)?

Accepted Answer

If it is due: To osteoporosis or other bone abnormalities, the abnormalities may be treatable, but the defect may persist. A "buffalo hump" can be seen is diseases or cortisone excess. Check w/your doctor.

Question 8

how to lose buffalo hump in shoulder ?

Accepted Answer

Not sure: The "buffalo hump" sign is generally associated with corticosteroid use or disease of hyperactive adrenal glands.  Consult a physician because specific testing is needed along with more background information.

Question 9

well shoulder exercise eliminate buffalo  hump?

Accepted Answer

Targeting not useful: You need to reduce your weight in general. Exercise targeted to reduce weight in a particular area is not generally successful. Depending your height and weight you need to reduce caloric intake and exercise. You should consult your doctor to exclude a hormone disorder such as adrenal disease.

Question 10

can you eat or drink before being tested for buffalo  hump?

Accepted Answer

?: I don't understand the question. There is no test for buffalo hump - you just look at the contour of the upper back and consider the medical history (e.g. Diabetes). If you see an abnormal hump that looks remotely like that on a buffalo, that's the answer. Therefore, it doesn't matter if you eat or drink before being examined.

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Have had a "buffalo hump" for about at least 4 years. don't have any other symptoms at all. am a little overweight. any reason for concern?

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Whats moon face and buffalo hump, and can taking prednisone cause them?

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