If David is given prednisone, a synthetic glucocorticoid, for a prolonged period of time, he may: A. develop signs of Cushing's disease B. both develop signs of Cushing's disease and become immunocompromised C. develop signs of Cushing's syndrome D. both develop signs of Cushing's syndrome and become immunocompromised E. become immunocompromised

If David is given prednisone, a synthetic glucocorticoid, for a prolonged period of time, he may: A. develop signs of Cushing's disease B. both develop signs of Cushing's disease and become immunocompromised C. develop signs of Cushing's syndrome D. both develop signs of Cushing's syndrome and become immunocompromised E. become immunocompromised

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