Cushing's Disease (hypercortisolism) prior to surgery?

I have a dear friend who is fighting for her life in the hospital as I write this. She was diagnosed with diabetes and thyroid problems (both of which are indicators of Cushing's Disease), however she was not tested for Cushing's prior to gastric bypass in November. Cushing's causes a weakening of tissues in addition to a myriad of other life-threatening problems. She is now on a respirator and may not survive. Please talk to your surgeons if you have these same symptoms prior to surgery. If they are aware of it before surgery, they can treat the Cushing's and make sure the cortisol in your system is at a normal level, which may decrease your chances of endangering your life with WLS. Does anyone know if it is common to test for Cushing's pre-op?

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