Which of the following is not a cause of Cushing syndrome?
A. Hyperactivity of the adrenal cortex
B. Excess cortisol secretion
C. Hyperactivity of the adrenal medulla
D. ACTH hypersecretion by the pituitary
E. ACTH-secreting tumors
Answer: C
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