Cortisol

Cortisol is a corticosteroid hormone that is involved in the response to stress; it increases blood pressure and blood sugar levels and suppresses the immune system.

Related Topics:
Corticosteroid - Hormone - Stress - Blood pressure - Blood sugar - Immune system

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Synthetic cortisol, also known as hydrocortisone, is used as a drug mainly to fight allergies and inflammation.

Related Topics:
Allergies - Inflammation

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