Adrenal gland

Question 1

Corticosteroids

Answer 1

Steroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex (glucocortioids, mineralcorticoids, androgens).

Question 2

Mineralcorticiods

Answer 2

Hormones produced by the adrenal cortex that regulate sodium/potassium (Na+/K+) ratio.

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 hromones at teh age of 5-8 causing Addison’s disease.

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 deposition on the trunk, neck and face.