What causes high blood cortisol levels?
Disease description:
I'm usually in good health, but during a recent medical checkup, I was told that my blood cortisol level is high. Could you please explain what might cause elevated blood cortisol?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Li Ping
High blood cortisol levels may result from abnormally elevated hormone levels in the body, possibly due to long-term use of corticosteroid medications or conditions such as adrenal tumors or pituitary adenomas. Patients may exhibit symptoms such as moon face and purple skin discoloration. It is important to visit a hospital for relevant examinations and, based on individual health status, receive appropriate treatment.
