endocrine problems: clinical signs

Question 1

• result of decreased metabolism
• affects all organ systems
• mental dullness
• lethargy
• exercise intolerance
• weight gain
• heat-seeking
• nonpruritic alopecia (bilaterally symmetrical)

Answer 1

Hypothyroidism

Question 2

related to increased cellular metabolism
• weight loss
• increased appetite
• PU/PD
• Hyperexcitability
• enlarged thyroid gland
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Tachycardia
• panting

Answer 2

Hyperthyroidism

Question 3

• slowly progressive
• Polyphagia
• PU/PD
• abdominal enlargement
• exercise intolerance
• Alopecia
• thin epidermis

Answer 3

Hyperadrenocorticism

Question 4

• PU/PD
• Polyphagia
• weight loss
• bilateral cataracts
• Ketoacidosis:  
 - Anorexia
 - Vomiting
 - lethargy, weakness
 - dehydration

Answer 4

Diabetes Mellitus