Adrenal gland Flashcards
Which condition is a rare tumor of the adrenal medulla that excretes epinephrine and norepinephrine?
Pheochromocytoma
True or false: Pheochromocytoma is typically malignant?
False
What is the cause of pheochromocytoma?
Unknown
Fight or flight response is unpredictable is a manifestation of?
Pheochromocytoma
Which condition causes excessive amounts of glucocorticoids?
Cushing syndrome
Moon face and buffalo hump are manifestations of?
Cushing syndrome
When would gradual tapering of any glucocorticoids be necessary?
The body can become reliant on prednisone.
This can lead to withdraw. Cushing syndrome
Which condition is a deficiency of adrenal cortex hormones?
Addison’s disease
Which hormones are involves in the adrenal cortex?
Glucocorticoids
Mineralocorticoids
Androgens
Hyperpigmentation and salt craving are manifestations of?
Addison’s disease
When would a person need to carry extra medication at all times?
To prevent adrenal crisis which is a medical emergency
Which condition is commonly caused by iatrogenic ingestion of glucocorticoid medications and tumors that secrete ACTH or cortisol?
Cushing Syndrome
