Adrenal Gland Diseases Flashcards
1
Q
What is Addisions disease a result of? And what hormones are expected to be of lower concentrations?
A
- Destruction of the adrenal cortex
- glucocorticoids, mineralcorticoids, androgen
2
Q
What are the symptoms and findings of Cushings disease?
A
- weight gain, buffalo hump, HTN
- Incerased cortisol and androgen levels
- decreased ACTH
- Hyperglycemia
3
Q
What are the symptoms and findings in hyperaldosteronism?
A
-HTN, Hypokalemia, metabolic alkalosis.
4
Q
What are the physical symptoms of a pheochromocytoma?
A
-HA, sweating, palpitations.
5
Q
What are the symptoms of Addison’s disease?
A
- increased ACTH, hypoglycemia, hyperpigmentation, hyperkalemia
- Weight loss, weakness, nausea, vomiting.
