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Chapter 13 Flashcards

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Adrenal glands

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Adren/o
Regulate electrolyte levels, influence metabolism, and respond to stress

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Adren/o

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Adrenal glands

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Gonads

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Gonad/o
Gamete (sex cell) producing glands

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Gonad/o

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Gonads

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Male: testicles

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Testic/o
Sperm producing gland

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Testic/o

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Testicles

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Female: ovaries

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Ovari/o
Oval (eggs) producing gland

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Ovari/o

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Ovaries

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Pancreatic islets

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Pancreat/o
Control blood sugar levels and glucose metabolism

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Pancreat/o

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Pancreatic islets

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Parathyroid glands

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Parathyroid/o
Regulate calcium levels throughout the body

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Parathyroid/o

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Parathyroid glands

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Pineal gland

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Pineal/o
Influences sleep-wakefulness cycle

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Pineal/o

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Pineal glands

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Pituitary glands

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Pituit/o, pituitar/o
Secretes hormones that control the activity of the other endocrine glands

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Pituit/o
Pituitar/o

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Pituitary glands

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Thymus

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Thym/o
Plays a major role in the immune reaction

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Thym/o

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Thymus

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Thyroid gland

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Thyr/o, thyroid/o
Stimulates metabolism, growth, and the activity of the nervous system

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Thyr/o
Thyroid/o

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Thyroid gland

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Acr/o

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Extremities (hands and feet), top, extreme point

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Crin/o

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Secrete

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-dipsia

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Thirst

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Glyc/o

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Glucose, sugar

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-ism

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Condition, state of

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Poly-

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Many

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Somat/o

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Body

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Acromegaly

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A rare chronic disease characterized by abnormal enlargement of the extremities (hands and feet) caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone after puberty. Acr/o means extremities, -megaly means enlargement

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Addison’s disease

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A condition that occurs when the adrenal glands do not produce enough of the hormones cortisol or aldosterone. Sometimes referred to Addison disease. This potentially life-threatening condition is characterized by chronic, worsening fatigue and muscle weakness, loss of appetite, low blood pressure, and weight loss. Many patients also developed patches of dark skin

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Adrenalitis

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Inflammation of the adrenal glands. Adrenal means adrenal gland, -itis means inflammation

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Aldosteronism

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An abnormality of electrolyte balance caused by excessive secretion of aldosterone

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Antidiuretic hormone

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ADH. The hormone, which is secreted by the hypothalamus and stored in the pituitary gland, helps control blood pressure by reducing the amount of water that is excreted through the kidneys

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Calcitonin

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Produced by the thyroid gland, A hormone that works with the parathyroid hormone to decrease calcium levels in the blood and tissues by moving calcium into storage in the bones and teeth

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Conn’s syndrome

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A disorder of the adrenal glands due to excessive production of aldosterone. Can cause weakness, cramps, and convulsions

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Cortisol

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A corticosteroid that has an anti-inflammatory action; it also regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins in the body. Also known as hydrocortisone.

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Cretinism

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A congenital form of hypothyroidism that, if not treated soon after birth, causes arrested physical and mental development

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Cushing’s syndrome

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A condition caused by the overproduction of cortisol by the body or by taking corticosteroids to treat inflammatory diseases such as asthma and rheumatoid arthritis. Also known as hypercortisolism. Cortisol has an anti-inflammatory action and helps regulate the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in the body. Signs include a rounded, red “moon” face

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Diabetes insipidus

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DI. A condition caused by insufficient production of the antidiuretic hormone (ADH) or by the inability of the kidneys to respond to ADH. When there is an insufficient quantity of ADH, too much fluid is excreted by the kidneys. This causes polydipsia (excessive thirst) and polyuria (excessive urination) that in extreme cases can reach over 20 quarts a day. If this problem is not controlled, it can cause severe dehydration

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Diabetes mellitus

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DM. The most common endocrine system disease. A group of metabolic disorders characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. These conditions are classified as type 1, type 2, and latent autoimmune diabetes in adults

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Diabetic retinopathy

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Injury to the eye that occurs when diabetes damages the tiny blood vessels in the retina of the eye. This causes blood to leak into the posterior segment of the eyeball and produces the damage that causes the loss of vision

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Electrolytes

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Mineral substances, such as calcium, chloride, magnesium, phosphorus, sodium and potassium, normally found in the blood and other bodily fluids

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Epinephrine

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Epi, EPI. A hormone that stimulates the sympathetic nervous system in response to physical injury or to mental stress such as fear. Also known as adrenaline. It makes the heart beat faster and can raise blood pressure. It also helps the liver release glucose and limits the release of insulin

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Estrogen

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E. A hormone with an important role in the development and maintenance of the female secondary sex characteristics and the regulation of the menstrual cycle

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Exophthalmos

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An abnormal protrusion of the eyeball out of the orbit. Ex- means out, ophthalm/o means eye, -s means noun ending

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Follicle-stimulating hormone

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FSH. The hormone that stimulates the secretion of estrogen and the growth of ove (eggs) in the ovaries of the female. In the male, it stimulates the production of sperm in the testicle (testes)

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Fructosamine test

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A blood test that measures average glucose levels over the past 3 weeks. This test is able to detect changes more rapidly than the HbAlc test

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Gestational diabetes mellitus

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The form of diabetes that occurs during some pregnancies. This condition usually disappears after deluvery; however, many wo.en have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes in layer life

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Gigantism

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Abnormal growth of the entire body that is caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone before puberty

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Glucagon

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GCG. Hormone secreted by the alpha cells of the pancreatic islets in response to low levels of glucose in the bloodstream. The hormone that increases the amount of glucose in the bloodstream by stimulating the liver to convert glycogen into glucose for release into the bloodstream.

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Glucose

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The basic form of energy used by the body. Also known as blood sugar

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Graves’ disease

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A disorder of unknown cause in which the immune system attacks the thyroid gland and stimulates it to make excessive amounts of thyroid hormone, resulting in hyperthyroidism and can cause goiter, exophthalmos, or both

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Growth hormone

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GH. The hormone that regulates the growth of bone, muscle, and other body tissues. Also known as somatotropic hormone. Somat/o means body, trop means change, -ic means pertaining to

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Gynecomastia

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The condition of excessive mammary development in the male. This is caused by a decrease in testosterone. Gynec/o means female, Mast means breast, -ia means abnormal condition

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Hashimoto’s disease

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An autoimmune disease in which the body’s own antibodies attack and destroy the cells of the thyroid gland. Also known as chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis. This inflammation often leads to hypothyroidism

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Hypercalcemia

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Abnormally high concentrations of calcium circulating in the blood instead of being stored in the bones and teeth. This can lead to weakened bones and the formation of kidney stones. Hyper- means excessive, calc means calcium, -emia means blood condition

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Hyperglycemia

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An abnormally high concentration of glucose in the bloodthis is seen primarily in patients with diabetes mellitus. Symptoms are polydipsia, polyphagia, and polyuria. Hyper- means excessive, glyc means sugar, -emia means blood condition

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Hyperinsulinism

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A condition marked by excessive secretion of insulin in the bloodstream. This can cause hypoglycemia. Hyper- means excessive, insulin means insulin, -ism means condition

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Hyperpituitarism

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The excessive secretion of growth hormone that causes acromegaly and gigantism. Hyper- means excessive, pituitar means pituitary, -ism means condition

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Hyperthyroidism

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Also known as thyrotoxicosis. The overproduction of thyroid hormones, which causes an imbalance of metabolism. This causes symptoms including an increased metabolic rate, sweating, nervousness, and weight loss. The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves’ disease. Hyper- means excessive, thyroid means thyroid, -ism means condition

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Hypoglycemia

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An abnormally low concentration of glucose (sugar) in the blood. Symptoms include nervousness and shakiness, confusion, perspiration, or feeling anxious or weak. Hypo- means deficient, glyc means sugar, -emia means blood condition

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Hypoglycemia

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An abnormally low concentration of glucose (sugar) in the blood

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Hypothyroidism

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A deficiency of thyroid secretion.also known as underactive thyroid. Symptoms include fatigue, depression, sensitivity to cold, and a decreased metabolic rate. Hypo- means deficient, thyroid means thyroid, -ism means condition

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Insulin

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The hormone secreted by the beta cells of the pancreatic islets in response to high levels of glucose in the bloodstream. Its function is to allow glucose to enter cells for energy or to stimulate the liver to convert glucose to glycogen for storage

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Insulin

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The hormone secreted by the beta cells of the pancreatic islets in response to high levels of glucose in the bloodstream. Its function is to allow glucose to enter cells for energy or to stimulate the liver to convert glucose to glycogen for storage

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Insulinoma

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A benign tumor of the pancreas that causes hypoglycemia by secreting additional insulin. Insulin means insulin, -oma means tumor

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Ketosis

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A normal metabolic process that helps the body utilize stored fat when other sources of energy are lacking. An excessively high level of ketosis may indicate that the body is not producing enough insulin to convert glucose into energy

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Laparoscopic adrenalectomy

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A minimally invasive procedure to surgically remove one or both adrenal glands. Adrenal means adrenal gland, -ectomy means surgical removal

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Leptin

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A protein hormone secreted by fat cells that is involved in the regulation of appetite. Letting leaves the fat cells and travels in the bloodstream to the brain, where it acts on the hypothalamus to suppress appetite and burn fat stored in adipose tissue

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Luteinizing hormone

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LH. The hormone that stimulates ovulation in the female and production of the female sex hormone progesterone. In the male, it stimulates the secretion of testosterone

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Myxedema

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Also known as adult hypothyroidism. Caused by an extreme deficiency of thyroid secretion. Symptoms include swelling, particularly around the eyes and cheeks, fatigue, and a subnormal temperature

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Norepinephrine

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A combination of a hormone and a neurohormone that plays an important role in the “fight-or-flight response”, by raising blood pressure, strengthening the heartbeat, and stimulating muscle contractions. It is released as a hormone by the adrenal medulla and a neurohormone by the sympathetic nervous system

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Oxytocin

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OXT. Hormone secreted by the posterior lobe of the pituitary gland that stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth. After childbirth, oxytocin controls postnatal hemorrhage and stimulates the flow of milk from the mammary glands. Oxy- means swift, -tocin means labor

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Pancreatitis

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Inflammation of the pancreas. A leading cause of pancreatitis is long-term alcohol abuse. Pancreat means pancreas, -itis means inflammation

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Parathyroidectomy

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The surgical removal of one or more of the parathyroid glands. Performed to control hyperparathyroidism. Parathyroid means parathyroid glands, -ectomy means surgical removal

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Pituitary adenoma

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Two types of slow-growing, benign tumors of the pituitary gland that may or may not cause excess hormone secretion. Functioning pituitary tumors and nonfunctioning pituitary tumors. Also known as pituitary tumor

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Polydipsia

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Excessive thirst. Poly-means many, -dipsia means thirst

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Polyphagia

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Excessive hunger. Poly- means many, -phagia means eating

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Polyuria

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Excessive urination. Poly- means many, -uria mens urination

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Prediabetes

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A condition in which the blood sugar level is higher than normal, but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. However, this condition indicates an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke

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Progesterone

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This hormone, whose function is to complete the preparation of the uterus for pregnancy, is released during the second half of the menstrual cycle by the corpus luteum in the ovary

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Prolactinoma

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A benign tumor of the pituitary gland that causes the gland to produce too much prolactin (lactogenic hormone), can cause infertility in women and erectile dysfunction in men and can impair vision. Pro- means on behalf of, lactin means milk, -oma means tumor

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Puberty

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The process of physical changes by which a child’s body becomes an adult body that is capable of reproducing. It is marked by maturing of the genital organs, the development of secondary sex characteristics, and the first occurrence of menstruation in the female. In US, average age is 12 for girls, 11 for boys

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Radioactive iodine treatment

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RAI. The oral administration of radioactive iodine to destroy thyroid cells. This nuclear medicine procedure, which disables at least part of the thyroid gland, is used to treat thyroid cancer and chronic hyperthyroid disorders such as Graves’ disease

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Steroids

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A large family of hormonelike substances that share the same fat-soluble chemical structure. Secreted by endocrine glands or artificially produced as medications to relieve swelling and inflammation in conditions such as asthma

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Testosterone

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A steroid hormone secreted by the testes and the adrenal cortex that stimulates the development of male secondary sex characteristics

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Thymectomy

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The surgical removal of the thymus gland. Thym means thymus, -ectomy means surgical removal

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Thymitis

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Inflammation of the thymus gland. Thym means thymus, -itis means inflammation

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Thymosis

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Hormone secreted by the thymus gland that stimulates the maturation of lymphocytes into T cells of the immune system

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Thyroxine

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T4. One of the primary hormones secreted by the thyroid gland that regulate the rate of metabolism and affect the growth and rate of function of other body systems

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Primary function of the endocrine system

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Produce hormones that work together to maintain homeostasis

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Homeostasis

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The processes through which the body maintains a constant internal environment

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Hormones

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Chemical messengers that are secreted by endocrine glands directly into the bloodstream. This enables them to reach targeted cells and organs throughout the body. Each hormone has specialized functions in regulating the activities of specific cells, organs, or both. The hormones of the endocrine system affect almost every organ and cell in the body. Blood or urine tests are used to measure hormone levels

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Endocrine glands

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Produce hormones, do not have ducts. Endo- means within, -crine means to secrete

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13 major glands of the endocrine system

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1 pituitary gland (divided into 2 lobes)
1 pineal gland
1 thyroid gland
4 parathyroid glands
1 thymus
1 pancreas (pancreatic islets)
2 adrenal glands
2 gonads (ovaries or testicles)

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Pituitary gland

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Also called hypophysis. Pea-sized gland that is divided into 2 parts, the anterior and posterior lobes. These lobes hang from a stalk-like structure located below the hypothalamus in the brain. The hypothalamus is part of the nervous system that produces hormones that control many body functions

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Functions of the pituitary gland

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Primary function is to secrete hormones that control the activity of other endocrine glands. The pituitary gland acts in response to stimuli from neurohormones secreted by the hypothalamus. This creates a system of checks and balances to maintain an appropriate blood level of each hormone

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ACTH

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Adrenocorticotropic hormone

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Adrenocorticotropic hormone

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ACTH. Stimulates the growth and secretions of the adrenal cortex. Adren/o means adrenal, cortic/o means cortex, trop means change, -ic means pertaining to

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FSH

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Follicle-stimulating hormone

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GH

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Growth hormone

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LTH

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Lactogenic hormone

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Lactogenic hormone

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LTH. Also known as prolactin. Stimulates and maintains the secretion of breast milk in the mother after childbirth. Lact/o means milk, gen means producing, -ic means pertaining to

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LH

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Luteinizing hormone

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Melanocyte-stimulating hormone

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MSH. Increases the production of melanin in melanocytes, thereby causing darkening of ski pigmentation. MSH production usually increases during pregnancy

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MSH

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Melanocyte-stimulating hormone

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TSH

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Thyroid-stimulating hormone

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Thyroid-stimukating hormone

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TSH. Stimulates the secretion of hormones by the thyroid gland

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ADH

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Antidiuretic hormone

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OXT

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Oxytocin

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Diuretic

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This is administered to increase the amount of urine secretion

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Pitocin

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Synthetic form of oxytocin that is administered to induce or speed up labor

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Pineal gland

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Very small endocrine gland, also known as pineal body. Located in the central portion of the brain and takes its name from the Latin word for pinecone, referring to the shape of the gland

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Circadian cycle

A

Refers to the biological functions that occur within a 24-hour period

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Melantonin

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A hormone influences the sleep-wakefulness portions of the circadian cycle

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Function of pineal gland

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Secretions of the pineal gland influence sleep-wakefulness cycle

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Thyroid gland

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Butterfly-shaped gland lies on either side of the larynx, just below the thyroid cartilage

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Function of the thyroid gland

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One of primary functions is to regulate the body’s metabolism. Thyroid secretions also influence growth and the functioning of the nervous system

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2 primary thyroid hormones

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These regulate the rate of metabolism and affect the growth and rate of function of many other body systems. The rate of secretions of these two hormones is controlled by the thyroid-stimulsting hormone produced by the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland.
1. Thyroxine (T4)
2. Triidothyronine (T3)

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Parathyroid glands

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There are four glands with each is about the size of a grain of rice, are embedded in the posterior surface of the thyroid gland

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Functions of the parathyroid glands

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Primary function is to regulate calcium levels throughout the body. These calcium levels are important to the smooth functioning of the muscular and nervous systems

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Secretions of parathyroid gland

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Includes parathyroid hormones

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PTH

A

Parathyroid hormone

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Parathyroid hormone

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PTH. Works with the hormone calcitonin that is secreted by the thyroid gland. Together, they regulate the calcium levels in the blood and tissues. Higher-than-normal levels of parathyroid hormone can increase calcium levels in the blood by mobilizing the release of calcium stored in bones and teeth

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Thymus gland

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Located near the midline in the anterior portion of the thoracic cavity. It is posterior to (behind) the sternum and slightly superior to (above) the heart

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Secretions of the thymus gland

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Thymosin

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Functions of the thymus gland

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Secretes a hormone that functions as part of the immune system, helping develop the body’s immune system before birth and in childhood. Its function is greatly reduced after puberty, and it slowly turns into fatty tissue

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Pancreas

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Feather-shaped organ located posterior to the stomach that functions as part of both the digestive and the endocrine system

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Islet

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Small isolated mass, or island, of one type of tissue within a larger mass of a different type

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Pancreatic islets

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Parts of the pancreas that have endocrine functions

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Functions of the pancreatic islets

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To control the blood glucose levels and glucose metabolism throughout the body

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Secretions of the pancreatic islets

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  1. Glucose
  2. Glucagon
  3. Insulin
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GCG

A

Glucagon

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Insulin functions in 2 ways

A
  1. When energy is needed, insulin allows glucose to enter the cells to be used as this energy
  2. When additional glucose is not needed, insulin stimulates the liver to convert glucose into glycogen for storage
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Adrenal gland

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Also known as suprarenals, so named because they are located on top of each kidney. Each of these glands have adrenal cortex and adrenal medulla

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Adrenal cortex

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Outer portion of the adrenal gland

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Adrenal medulla

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Middle portion of the adrenal gland

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Functions of the adrenal glands

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One of primary functions is to control electrolyte levels within the body. Other important functions include helping regulate metabolism and interacting with the sympathetic nervous system in response to stress

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Secretions of the adrenal cortex

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Androgens
Corticosteroids

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Androgens

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Sex hormones secreted by the gonads, the adrenal cortex, and fat cells

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Reabsorption

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Returning a substance to the bloodstream

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Corticosteroids

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Steroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex

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Aldosterone

A

ALD. A corticosteroid that regulates the sodium and water levels in the body by increasing sodium reabsorption and potassium excretion by the kidneys

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ALD

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Aldosterone

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Secretions of the adrenal medulla

A

Epinephrine
Norepinephrine

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Epi
EPI

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Epinephrine

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Gonads

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Gamete-producing glands. Ovaries in females, testicles in males

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Functions of gonads

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Secretes the hormones that are responsible for the development and maintenance of the secondary sex characteristics that develop during puberty

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Secondary sex characteristics

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Refer to features that distinguish the two sexes but are not directly related to reproduction

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Precocious

A

Exceptionally early in development or occurrence

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Precocious puberty

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Early onset of the changes of puberty, usually before age 8 in girls and age 9 in boys

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E

A

Estrogen

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Gamete

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Reproductive cell. These are sperm in the male and ova (eggs) in the female

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Gonadotropin

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Any hormone that stimulates the gonads. Gonad/o means gonad, -tropin means to stimulate

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Androgens

A

Sex hormones, primarily testosterone, secreted by the gonads, the adrenal cortex, and fat cells. Promote the development and maintenance of the male sex characteristics

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Specialized types of hormones

A

Don’t fit with the hormone definition, either because of their chemical structure or because they are not secreted by endocrine glands directly into the bloodstream such as steroids, hormones secreted by fat cells, neurohormones

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Examples of steroids

A

Cholesterol
Testosterone
Anti-inflammatory corticosteroids such as prednisone

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Anabolic steroids

A

Man-mad substances that are chemically related to male sex hormones. They are used in the treatment of hormone problems in men and to help the body replace muscle mass lost due to disease

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Hormones secreted by fat cells

A

Adipose tissue is not commonly thought of as an endocrine gland; however, research has shown that fat cells do secrete at least one and possibly more hormones that play important roles in the balance and health of the body

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Ghrelin

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A hormone produced in the gastrointestinal tract. Sometimes referred to as the hunger hormone, research is ongoing to flesh out the role that leptin and ghrelin play in rising levels of obesity

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Neurohormones

A

Produced and released by neurons in the brain, rather than by the endocrine glands, and delivered to organs and tissues through the bloodstream. Example is neurohormones secreted by the hypothalamus that control the secretions of the pituitary gland

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Endocrinologist

A

A physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating diseases and malfunctions of the endocrine gland. Endocrin means to secrete within, -ologist means specialist

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CDE

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Certified diabetes educator

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Certified diabetes educator

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CDE. Health care professional qualified to teach people with diabetes how to manage their disease

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Functioning pituitary tumors

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Often produce hormones in large and unregulated amounts. One of two types of pituitary adenoma

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Nonfunctioning pituitary tumors

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Do not produce excessive amounts of hormones. One of 2 types of pituitary adenoma

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Short stature

A

Formerly known as dwarfism, sometimes caused by deficient secretion of growth hormone

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Galactorrhea

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A condition in which an excess of prolactin causes the breasts to produce milk spontaneously, not due to childbirth

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DI

A

Diabetes insipidus

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Insipidus

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Comes from a Latin word meaning without taste, referring to the relatively low sodium (salt) content of the urine in patients with diabetes insipidus

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SIADH

A

Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone

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Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone

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SIADH. Caused by the overproduction of the antidiuretic hormone ADH. This is often as a result of cancer or its treatment. High amounts of ADH keep the kidneys from excreting water, resulting in bloating and water retention that can dilute the blood, causing electrolytes imbalances, particularly hyponatremia (low levels of sodium)

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Pinealoma

A

Tumor of the pineal gland that can disrupt the production of melatonin. This tu.or can also cause insomnia by disrupting the circadian cycle. Pineal means pineal gland, -oma means tumor

173
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Thyroid carcinoma

A

Most common cancer of the endocrine system, and is the most rapidly increasing cancer in US. Has high survival rate, affects significantly more women than men and is commonly diagnosed between ages 20-55

174
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Thyroid nodules

A

Lumps in the thyroid that can grow large enough to cause a goiter. Most nodules are benign, some are malignant or produce too much thyroxine

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Thyroid storm

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Also known as thyrotoxic crisis. Relatively rare, life-threatening condition caused by exaggerated hyperthyroidism. Symptoms are fever, chest pain, palpitations, shortness of breath, tremors, increased sweating, disorientation, and fatigue

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Goiter

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Also known as thyromegaly. An abnormal, benign enlargement of the thyroid gland. This enlargement produces a swelling in the front of the neck. Usually occurs when the thyroid gland is not able to produce enough thyroid hormone to meet the body’s needs, either due to Graves’ disease, other medical conditions, or an iodine deficiency. Thyr/o means thyroid, -megaly means abnormal enlargement

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Hyperparathyroidism

A

Overproduction of the parathyroid hormone, causes the condition known as hypercalcemia. Can result from a disorder of the parathyroid gland or from a disorder elsewhere in the body, such as kidney failure. Hyper- means excessive, parathyroid means parathyroid, -ism means condition

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Tetany

A

Condition of periodic, painful muscle spasms and tremors

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Hypoparathyroidism

A

Caused by an insufficient or absent secretion of the parathyroid hormone. This condition causes hypocalcemia, and in severe cases, it leads to tetany. Hypo-means deficient, parathyroid means parathyroid, -ism means condition

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Hypocalcemia

A

Characterized by abnormally low levels of calcium in the blood. Hypo- means deficient, calc means calcium, -emia means blood condition

181
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Juvenile diabetes

A

When the child develops diabetes. But it is now called either type 1 or type 2

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DB

A

Diabetes mellitus

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Metabolic syndrome

A

Common combination of medical conditions, including increased blood pressure, elevated levels of insulin in the blood, excess body fat around the waist, or abnormal cholesterol levels. This syndrome increases the patient’s risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes

184
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Insulin deficiency

A

The pancreatic beta cells do not secrete enough insulin

185
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Insulin replacement therapy

A

Treatment for type 1 diabetes involves a combination of diet, exercise, and this therapy administered by injection or insulin pump

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Type 1 diabetes

A

Autoimmune insulin deficiency disorder caused by the destruction of pancreatic islet beta cells. Symptoms are polydipsia, polyphagia, polyuria, weight loss, blurred vision, extreme fatigue, and slow healing. The onset of this disease is often triggered by a viral infection

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Type 2 diabetes

A

Insulin resistance disorder. With rise of obesity, this type is becoming more common in children and young adults

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Insulin resistance

A

Insulin is being produced, but the body does not use it effectively. In an attempt to compensate for this lack of response, the body secretes more insulin

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Asymptomatic

A

Showing no symptoms. A person with type 2 diabetes may be asymptomatic. When symptoms do occur, they include those of type 1 diabetes plus recurring infections, irritability, and a tingling sensation in the hands or feet

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Treatment for type 2 diabetes

A

Usually diet, exercise, and oral medications including oral hypoglycemics , glucophage, insulin replacement therapy

191
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Oral hypoglycemics

A

Lower blood glucose by causing the pancreas to release more insulin or by increasing the body’s sensitivity to insulin

192
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Glucophage

A

Metformin hydrochloride. Work within the cells to combat insulin resistance and to help insulin let blood glucose into the cells

193
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LADA

A

Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults

194
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Latent

A

Present but not visible

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Latent autoimmune diabetes in adults

A

LADS. Also known as type 1.5 diabetes. Condition in which type 1 diabetes develops in adults. It shares many of the characteristics of type 2 diabetes; however, autoimmune antibodies are present. Usually occurs in adults with a normal weight and family history of type 1 diabetes. 10% of adults with diabetes have LADA

196
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Diabetic coma

A

Caused by very high blood glucose (hyperglycemia). Also known as diabetic ketoacidosis, this condition is treated by the prompt administration of insulin

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Insulin shock

A

Caused by very low blood glucose (hypoglycemia)

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Oral glucose

A

Sugary substance that can quickly be absorbed into the bloodstream, is consumed to rapidly raise the blood sugar level

199
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Diabetic complications

A

Most result from the damage to capilkaries and other blood vessels due to long-term exposure to excessive blood glucose.
Diabetic retinopathy
Heart disease
Ketosis
Kidney disease
Peripheral neuropathy
Wound infections

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Heart disease-diabetes

A

Occurs when excess blood glucose makes the walls of the blood vessels sticky and rigid. This encourages hypertension and atherosclerosis and increases the risk of stroke

201
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Kidney disease - diabetes

A

Can lead to renal failure because damage to the blood vessels reduces blood flow through the kidneys

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Peripheral neuropathy - diabetes

A

Damage to the nerves affecting the hands and feet which makes it harder to feel a cut or other injury

203
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Slow wound healing - diabetes

A

Poorly controlled glucose can also slow wound healing and increase the likelihood of wound infections. This can make minor injuries worse and lead to ulcers and gangrene, requiring amputation, particularly in the feet and legs

204
Q

Pheochromocytoma

A

Rare, benign tumor of the adrenal gland that causes too much release of epinephrine and norepinephrine, which are the hormones that regulate heart rate and blood pressure. Phe/o means dusky, chrom/o means color, cyt means cell, -oma means tumor

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Hypergonadism

A

Condition of excessive secretion of hormones by the sex glands. Hyper- means excessive, gonad means sex gland, -ism means condition

206
Q

Hypogonadism

A

Condition of deficient secretion of hormones by the sex glands. Hypo- means deficient, gonad means sex gland, -ism means condition

207
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RAIU

A

Radioactive iodine uptake test

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Radioactive iodine uptake test

A

RAIU. Uses radioactive iodine administered orally to measure thyroid function. The amount of radioactivity in the thyroid is measured 6-24 hours later using a handheld instrument called a Gamma probe

209
Q

Thyroid-stimulating hormone assay

A

A diagnostic test to measure the circulating blood level of thyroid-stimulating hormone. This test is used to detect abnormal thyroid activity resulting from excessive pituitary stimulation

210
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Thyroid scan

A

Measures thyroid function, a form of nuclear medicine

211
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FBS

A

Fasting blood sugar test

212
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Fasting blood sugar test

A

FBS. Also known as fasting plasma glucose test. Measures the blood glucose levels after the patient has not eaten for 8-12 hours. This test is used to screen for diabetes as well as to monitor treatment for this condition

213
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OGTT

A

Oral glucose tolerance test

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Oral glucose tolerance test

A

OGTT. Most commonly performed to diagnosed gestational diabetes. After fasting 8 hours, the patient drinks a liquid containing a high concentration of sugar, and the blood glucose level is tested after 1 hour and again after 2 hours

215
Q

Home blood glucose monitoring

A

Measures the current blood glucose level using a drop of blood, and is often performed by the patient multiple times per day

216
Q

Randome blood glucose test

A

Uses a blood drop sample to measure the current blood glucose level without fasting and can be used to diagnose diabetes

217
Q

HbA1c

A

Hemoglobin A1c testing

218
Q

Hemoglobin A1c

A

Also known as HbA1c. Blood test that measures the average blood glucose level over the previous 3-4 months

219
Q

HGH

A

Human growth hormone

220
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Human growth hormone

A

HGH. Synthetic version of the growth hormone that is administered to stimulate growth when the natural supply of growth hormone is insufficient for normal development

221
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Hypophysectomy

A

Removal of abnormal glandular tissue. This surgery is performed through the nasal passages. Hypophys means referring to the pituitary gland, -ectomy means removal

222
Q

Pinealectomy

A

Surgical removal of the pineal gland. Pineal means pineal gland, -ectomy means surgical removal

223
Q

Antithyroid drug

A

Medication administered to slow the ability of the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormones

224
Q

Lobectomy

A

Surgical removal of one lobe of the thyroid gland

225
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Synthetic thyroid hormones

A

Oral medications administered to replace lost thyroid function

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Q

Pancreatectomy

A

Surgical removal of all or part of the pancreas. Pancreat means pancreas, -ectomy means surgical removal

227
Q

Total pancreatectomy

A

Performed to treat pancreatic cancer. This procedure also involves removing the spleen, gallbladder, common bile duct, and portions of the small intestine and stomach

228
Q

Cortisone

A

Synthetic equivalent of corticosteroids produced by the adrenal glands. Cortisone and the synthetic corticosteroid prednisone, are administered to suppress inflammation and as an immunosuppressant

229
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Epinephrine autoinjector

A

Also known as EpiPen, device used to inject a measured dose of epinephrine. A synthetic version of the adrenal hormone epinephrine is used as a vasoconstrictor to cause the blood vessels to contract. It is used to treat conditions such as allergic reactions, shock, and cardiac arrest

230
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FA

A

Fructosamine test

231
Q

GA

A

Graves’ disease

232
Q

HG

A

Hypoglycemia

233
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LEP
LPT

A

Leptin

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A.c.

A

Before meals

235
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A.c.

A

Before meals

236
Q

p.c.

A

After meals

237
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Ca

A

Calcium

238
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K+

A

Potassium

239
Q

Na+

A

Sodium

240
Q

DKA

A

Diabetic ketoacidosis

241
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Hb
Hgb

A

Hemoglobin

242
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HCG

A

Human chorionic gonadotropin

243
Q

HCG

A

Human chorionic gonadotropin

244
Q

IDDM

A

Insulin dependent diabetes mellitus

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NIDDM

A

Non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus

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