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00:09Alright, today we are going to talk about understanding high cortisol, what you need to know.
00:15Cortisol naturally rises and falls throughout the day, especially during stress.
00:19But if it's always high, it could signal a health issue.
00:22A. Symptoms of high cortisol. Common symptoms include weight gain,
00:26mainly in the face and belly, acne, thin skin, easy bruising, a flushed face, slow healing,
00:31muscle weakness, fatigue, irritability, poor focus, high blood pressure, and headaches.
00:36Symptoms vary based on the cause and severity.
00:39B. Causes of high cortisol.
00:411. Stress. Ongoing stress keeps your body in fight-or-flight mode,
00:45raising cortisol and possibly leading to long-term health issues like heart problems or stroke.
00:502. Pituitary gland issues. Tumors or other problems can make this master gland
00:54produce too much ACTH, which boosts cortisol.
00:573. Adrenal tumors. Tumors benign or cancerous on the adrenal glands can raise cortisol.
01:03Large ones may also cause abdominal pain or pressure.
01:064. Medications. Long-term or high-dose steroid use can increase cortisol.
01:11Never stop steroids suddenly.
01:12Taper off under a doctor's guidance.
01:14C. When to see a doctor.
01:16If you have symptoms, talk to your doctor.
01:18They may recommend blood or 24-hour urine tests,
01:21a late-night saliva test, and imaging, like MRI, to check for tumors.
01:26High cortisol raises your risk for heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis.
01:31Finding the cause helps guide treatment.
01:33B. Can vitamin D help?
01:35Some studies suggest vitamin D may lower cortisol, but more research is needed.
01:39Come again to our next meeting Sunbro.
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