7. Adrenal Gland

Question 1

corticosteroids

Answer 1

steroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex (glucocorticoids, mineralocorticoids, androgens)

Question 2

mineralocorticoids

Answer 2

hormones produced by the adrenal cortex that regulate sodium/potassium (Na+/K+) ratio (aldosteron, DOC)

Question 3

diabetes insipidus

Answer 3

a condition caused by the lack or decreased production of the antidiuretic hormone (ADH or vasopressin); symptoms are excessive urination and extreme thirst

Question 4

glucocorticoids

Answer 4

hormones produced by the adrenal cortex regulating sugar - and protein-metabolism (cortisol, hydrocortisone)

Question 5

adrenarche

Answer 5

the adrenal cortex starts to produce androgen hormones at the age of 5-8, causing

Question 6

Addison’s disease

Answer 6

caused by the insufficiency of the adrenal cortex most frequently due to an autoimmun process; it leads to extreme weakness, darkening of the skin and increased discharge of urine

Question 7

Cushing’s symptoms

Answer 7

caused by high levels of cortisol in the blood frequently due to steroid medication; it leads to disproportional fat disposition on the trunk, neck and face