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Medical Management of Functioning Tumors


Treatment for patients with functioning tumors includes managing symptoms caused by increased hormone production.

Increased cortisol production (Cushing's syndrome) is often treated with aminoglutethimide or ketoconazole (Nizoral®) to inhibit cortisol build-up (synthesis). They may be used alone, or in combination with chemotherapy Side effects include nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain.

Excess aldosterone production (Conn's syndrome) is...Read the full article