Which disease results when the adrenal cortex produces too much hormone?

A) diabetes insipidus
B) diabetes mellitus
C) Cushing syndrome
D) Addison disease
E) myxedema

Adrenal Cortex

The outer portion of the adrenal gland that produces a variety of hormones including corticosteroids and androgens.

Cushing Syndrome

Condition caused by the overproduction of ACTH, resulting in too much cortisol in the body.

Addison Disease

Condition caused by an insufficient production of cortisol by the adrenal glands.