a ct scan or an mri may also be advised which will help to view the adrenal glands, pituitary gland or tumors to understand the possible causes for/ abnormal secretion of cortisol."
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Diagnosis is the process of finding out the cause of a health problem. Diagnosing adrenal gland cancer may begin with a visit to your family doctor. Your doctor will ask you about any symptoms you have and do a physical exam. But many times adrenal gland tumours are found by chance (incidentally).
Based this information, your doctor may refer you to a specialist or order tests to check for adrenal gland cancer or other health problems.
The process of diagnosis may seem long and frustrating. It’s normal to worry, but try to remember that other health conditions can cause similar symptoms as adrenal gland cancer. It’s important for the healthcare team to rule out other reasons for a health problem before making a diagnosis of adrenal gland cancer.
The following tests are usually used to rule out or diagnose adrenal gland cancer. Many of the same tests used to diagnose cancer are used to find out the stage (how far the cancer has progressed). Your doctor may also order other tests to check your general health and to help plan your treatment