Endocrine system Flashcards
A state in which the body’s equilibrium is maintained
Homeostasis
Carried by bloodstream, secretion is a change in cell functions, which alters body activities
Hormone
Abnormally low hormone secretions
hyposecretion
Abnormally high hormone secretion
hypersecretion
condition of excess acid in the body
acidosis
sign that includes enlargement of bone structure, especially in the hands
acromegaly
abnormal protrusions pf the eyes
exophthalmos
swelling on the anterior side of the neck
Goiter
Excessive body hair
hirsutism
When cells are unable to metabolize carbohydrates
Ketosis
Condition of excessive thirst
polydipsia
production of abnormally large volumes of urine
Polyuria
Inflammation of a gland
adenitis
benign tumor of glandular cells
Adenoma
caused by hypo secretion of ADH by the pituitary gland
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