Which disease is characterized by thinning skin and easy bruising?

The disease characterized by thinning skin and easy bruising is Cushing's disease. This condition occurs due to an overproduction of cortisol, a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. One of the hallmark symptoms of Cushing's disease is the change in the skin's appearance, which includes thinning skin that is more vulnerable to damage. This fragility leads to easy bruising, as the blood vessels become more susceptible to rupture under minor trauma or pressure.

In contrast, psoriasis often presents with thick, scaly patches on the skin rather than thinning skin. Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, can cause dry and inflamed skin but does not typically lead to the skin thinning or increased bruising. Dermatitis is a broader term that encompasses various inflammatory skin conditions and, while it can cause skin irritation and changes, it does not specifically cause the distinct symptoms of thinning skin and easy bruising associated with Cushing's disease.