Thinning Skin
Cortisol plays a key role in controlling the product of many other hormones produced by tiny glands on the skin. When Cushing’s syndrome occurs, it will lead to an excessive amount. This leads to the drying of the skin. As a result, it would bruise easily and become thinner over time. Also, cortisol can break down several dermal proteins and weaken some small vessels. This makes the skin become so weak that it would develop a paper-thin and shiny quality that can be torn easily. [4]
