Chapter 4: Diseases and Conditions of the Endocrine System: Signs and Symptoms Flashcards
What is the signs and symptoms of Gigantism
overgrowth of all body tissue, especially long bones;
What is the signs and symptoms of Acromegaly
overgrowth of the bones of the face, hands, and feet;
What is the signs and symptoms of Hypopituitarism
complex; metabolic dysfunction; depends on which hormone is affected: thyrotropin-metabolism issues, etc.
What is the signs and symptoms of Dwarfism
growth retardation; short, small in proportion; no secondary sex characteristics
What is the signs and symptoms of Diabetes Insipidus
polyuria; polydipsia;
What is the signs and symptoms of Simple Goiter
hyperplasia of gland-apparent; dysphagia; dyspnea; tachycardia
What is the signs and symptoms of Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
leading cause of goiter and hypothyroidism; enlargement of thyroid gland; sensitivity to cold and depression; mostly female
What is the signs and symptoms of Grave’s Disease
increased metabolism; nervousness; insomnia; hyperhydrosis; tremors; loss of hair; exophthalmos; thyroid storm
What is the signs and symptoms of Cretinism (Congenital Hypothyroidism)
mental growth retardation; dwarf, stocky stature; protruding abdomen; short forehead; puffy eyelids; expressionless face
What is the signs and symptoms of Myxedmea
slow metabolism; menorrhagia; bloated face; tired; weight gain
What is the signs and symptoms of Thyroid Cancer
asymptomatic until advanced; painless lumps; dysphagia
What is the signs and symptoms of Hyperparathyroidism
breakdown of bone; increased blood calcium; renal calculi; conduction defects in heart
What is the signs and symptoms of Hypoparathyroidism
reduced blood calcium; hyperexcited nervous system; overstimulation of skeletal muscles
What is the signs and symptoms of Cushing’s Syndrome
buffalo humps; weight gain; moon face; striae occur
What is the signs and symptoms of Addison’s Disease
adrenal insufficiency; weakness, agitation; bronze skin color; hyperkalemia; cardiovascular difficulties
