Ch 13/14 Flashcards
An abnormal protrusion of the eyeball usually with the sclera noticeable over the iris
Exophthalmia
A condition in which there is a shortage of thyroid hormone, causing an extremely low body metabolism due to a reduced usage of oxygen
Hypothyroidism
Chronic inflammation of the thyroid gland leading to enlargement of the thyroid gland
Thyroiditis
A glandular tumor
Adenoma
A physician who specializes in the medical practice of treating the diseases and disorders of the endocrine system
Endocrinologist
The excreation of excessively large amounts of urine
Polyuria
Surgical removal of one or both of the adrenal glands
Adrenalectomy
The presence of sugar in urine
Glycosuria
Excessive thirst
Polydipsia
Any disease of a gland, characterized by enlargement
Adenopathy
An elevated blood sodium level
Hypernatremia
Removal of a portion of ear cartilage to bring the pinna and auricle nearer the head
Otoplasty
Surgical incision into the eardrum
Myringotomy
Pertaining to a snail-shaped structure within the middle ear
Cochlear
Double vision caused by each eye focusing separately
Diplopia