Exogenous Cushing Syndrome Associated With Homeopathic Cream (Boswellia Serrata)

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An infantile exogenous Cushing syndrome caused by topical steroid

Corticosteroids are widely use for the treatment of various diseases. Long-term use of corticosteroids may lead to development of Cushing syndrome and hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis suppression. However, iatrogenic Cushing syndrome from absorption of topical steroids to systemic circulation is less common comparing to parenteral or oral use. Infantile age group have greater risks for syste...

Boswellia Serrata, A Potential Antiinflammatory Agent: An Overview

The resin of Boswellia species has been used as incense in religious and cultural ceremonies and in medicines since time immemorial. Boswellia serrata (Salai/Salai guggul), is a moderate to large sized branching tree of family Burseraceae (Genus Boswellia), grows in dry mountainous regions of India, Northern Africa and Middle East. Oleo gum-resin is tapped from the incision made on the trunk of...

Subclinical Cushing syndrome associated with an empty sella turcica.

The coexistence of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)independent Cushing syndrome (CS) and an empty sella (ES) is rare (1, 2). A 53-year-old woman presented with an ES (Picture A, B) and a 40×25-mm left adrenal tumor (Picture C). She had no Cushingoid features, hypertension or diabetes. The levels of morning plasma ACTH, cortisol, dehydroepiandrosterone sulfate and urinary free cortisol were 1....

Pharmacological Activities of Boswellia serrata Roxb. - Mini Review

Boswellia serrata (Salai Guggal) is one of the most ancient and respected herbs in Ayurveda. “Gajabhakshya” a Sanskrit name sometimes used for Boswellia suggests that elephants enjoy this herb as a part of their diet. Historically Boswellia serrata is recommended for osteoarthritis, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, soft tissue fibrosis and spondilytis without any side effect. Present review focus...