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Confused about dexamethasone suppression test. how can taking a steroid lower cortisol levels? having this to check for cushing's.
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Cortisol: If your adrenal glands are working correctly a dose of dexamethasone would lower the cortisol levels. Have you had cortisol levels drawn without dexamethasone? Do you have symptoms related to cortisol?
Answered 11/28/2017
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