Hyperadrenocorticoidism (Cushing’s Disease)
Hyperadrenocorticoidism (HA) is a disorder caused by excessive secretion of glucocorticoids (Cortisone) from the adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are small glands that lie in the abdominal cavity, close to the kidneys. They are responsible for secreting, amongst other things, the hormones Cortisol and Adrenaline. HA is a common disorder of dogs and is quite…