What condition may be the cause of hyperglycemia, depressed immune system, and redistribution of fats from limbs to the face, neck, and abdomen?

A. Addison disease
B. hypersecretion of mineralocorticoids
C. hyposecretion of cortisol
D. Cushing syndrome


D

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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