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What can cause prolonged elevated levels of both acth and am cortisol?

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Cushings disease: An elevation of acth and cortisol is seen in people with cushings disease. However, other problems like medical stress, depression, and alcoholism can give similar findings. Further evaluation is needed to determine the cause.

Answered 3/4/2013

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