Endocrine System Flashcards
What are adenoids?
glands located in the roof of the mouth that produce antibodies and WBC’s
What is diabetes mellitus (DM)?
a disorder of the pancreas that causes an increase in blood glucose levels
What is diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
complication of diabetes that occurs when the body cannot use glucose so it begins to burn FAs; forming ketone bodies as by-products. The large accumulation of ketones causes metabolic acidosis, which distinguishes this diabetic complication from others
What is a goiter?
enlargement of the thyroid gland
What is gout?
a form of arthritis caused by uric acid build up in the joints
What is hyperthyroidism?
over activity of the thyroid gland
What is hypothyroidism?
under activity of the thyroid gland
What is hyperkalemeia?
high potassium
What is hypernatremia?
high sodium
What is hypercalcemia?
high calcium
What is thryomegaly?
abnormally enlarged thyroid gland
