endocrine Flashcards

1
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how to diagnose endocrine disorders?

A

through blood, urine, and genetics screenings. and imaging

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2
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Crushing syndrome

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oversecretion of ACTH, obesity, and glucose intolerance

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3
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Diabetes Insipidous

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excretion of dilute urine from vasopressin leading to extreme thirst.

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4
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SIADH

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negative feedback that regulated ADH leading to urine retention, fluid thirst, and hyponatremia

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5
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congenital hypothyroidism

A

inadequate secretion during the neonate stage that causes intellectual disabilities.

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6
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hypothyroidism

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thyroid deficiency, weight gain, edema, and muscle weakness.

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7
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hyperthyroidism

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excessive secretions, weight loss, muscle wasting, and edema

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hyperparathyroidism

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overproduction of parathormone, fatigue, and muscle weakness

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9
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hypoparathyroidism

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destruction of glands, tetany/tremors

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10
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Addison’s disease

A

adrenal insufficiency

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