endocrine Flashcards
how to diagnose endocrine disorders?
through blood, urine, and genetics screenings. and imaging
Crushing syndrome
oversecretion of ACTH, obesity, and glucose intolerance
Diabetes Insipidous
excretion of dilute urine from vasopressin leading to extreme thirst.
SIADH
negative feedback that regulated ADH leading to urine retention, fluid thirst, and hyponatremia
congenital hypothyroidism
inadequate secretion during the neonate stage that causes intellectual disabilities.
hypothyroidism
thyroid deficiency, weight gain, edema, and muscle weakness.
hyperthyroidism
excessive secretions, weight loss, muscle wasting, and edema
hyperparathyroidism
overproduction of parathormone, fatigue, and muscle weakness
hypoparathyroidism
destruction of glands, tetany/tremors
Addison’s disease
adrenal insufficiency