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A member asked:

Am 27yr girl. when i was 18, i got severe alergic cough and i took steroids. after it i put on weight and extra fat specially on belly area, big face, hair loss and acne till now... very thin hair, head skin is visible. which hormone test i go for?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

If still on steroids discus with Dr. If not discuss with a Dr who can examinee you before spending you money. They will know least expensive test to rule out Cushing's disease(s). Saliva is used here.

Answered 10/25/2022

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