Amy Schumer said she learned she had Cushing syndrome after followers made fun of her swollen face, prompting her to see a doctor.

Trainwreck star Amy Schumer revealed that online comments about her 'moon face' led to her diagnosis of Cushing syndrome, a condition caused by excess cortisol in the body

Amy Schumer has bravely opened up on a rare hormonal disorder she has been diagnosed with after trolls targeted her for having a so-called 'moon face'. The American actor and comedian is one of the biggest names in the business of making people laugh, starring in the likes of Trainwreck, Snatched, Expecting Amy, and Life & Beth.

Amy Schumer is thanking the internet in an unexpected way after online remarks about her "puffy face" led to a shocking medical diagnosis. The actress and comedian, known for her work in Trainwreck and Life & Beth, revealed that she was diagnosed with Cushing Syndrome last year after enduring relentless comments about her appearance.

Comedian and actress Amy Schumer has opened up about online criticism over her 'moon face' and how it led to a little-known health diagnosis

Actress and comedian Amy Schumer has revealed that 'moon face' comments from trolls led her to seek a diagnosis for Cushing's Syndrome.

In February last year, Amy was diagnosed with Cushing's Syndrome - a rare condition caused by an excess of cortisol in the body. Common symptoms include increased fat build-up across the chest, stomach and face, in addition to mood swings, purple stretch marks and frequent bruising.

The comedian revealed comments about her 'moon face' or 'cortisol face' eventually led to her being diagnosed with an unusual syndrome