Adrenal Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Cushing syndrome
A
Rare condition caused by an abnormally high circulating level of corticosteroid hormones
2
Q
Cushing syndrome mostly effects:
A
Women 30-50
3
Q
Cushing syndrome is caused by:
A
ADRENAL GLAND TUMOR
CORTICOSTEROID DRUGS
ENLARGEMENT OF THE ADRENAL GLANDS DUE TO PITUITARY TUMOR
4
Q
Addison’s disease
A
Rare disorder that is caused by a deficiency of the corticosteroid hormones, Cortisol and Aldosterone
5
Q
Moon face is associated with?
A
Cushing’s syndrome
6
Q
Hyperpigmentation is associated with?
A
Addison’s disease
7
Q
Cushing’s syndrome will have weight?
A
Gain
8
Q
Addisons will have weight?
A
Loss
