It is really important to trust your gut. Yes, Cushing's is rare, but it isn't as rare as doctors seem to think it is. If you feel something is wrong, stand your ground. It is important to find a doctor you can work with whether that is an Endocrinologist or a PCP or even someone else. But if you have to convince a doctor to test you that probably isn't the one you want to work with. If you think your doctor has potential try bringing them some articles and education them about Cushing's and testing. Hopefully they will be willing to help. If not ask people on here who live in your area if there are any doctors near you they would recommend, or check out the helpful doctors page. A lot of us end up at DR. F in California because he specializes in Cushing's and he really listens, but it is a big decision to make if you aren't from there. Welcome to the forum, and i hope you get some answers.
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It is really important to trust your gut. Yes, Cushing's is rare, but it isn't as rare as doctors seem to think it is. If you feel something is wrong, stand your ground. It is important to find a doctor you can work with whether that is an Endocrinologist or a PCP or even someone else. But if you have to convince a doctor to test you that probably isn't the one you want to work with. If you think your doctor has potential try bringing them some articles and education them about Cushing's and testing. Hopefully they will be willing to help. If not ask people on here who live in your area if there are any doctors near you they would recommend, or check out the helpful doctors page. A lot of us end up at DR. F in California because he specializes in Cushing's and he really listens, but it is a big decision to make if you aren't from there. Welcome to the forum, and i hope you get some answers.