Due to large amounts of cortisol in the body, patients are also prone to urinary tract infections and a urinalysis may be recommended for evaluation. Treatment options for Cushing's Disease include lifelong oral medication, surgery or radiation depending on the cause of Cushing's Disease.

Can Cushing's cause infection?

Infections — Cortisol excess suppresses the immune system, and people with Cushing's syndrome may develop infections more frequently. Blood clots — People with Cushing's syndrome tend to form blood clots more easily.

Why do dogs with Cushings get UTI?

Other internal organ malfunctions including liver disease, and sometimes diabetes can occur as well. About 60 percent of dogs with Cushing's disease have a urinary tract infection due to cortisol's suppression of the immune system.