Endocrine System disorders Flashcards

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results in the inability of the kidneys to conserve water appropriately. Decreased urine specific gravity and urine osmolarity. Hypernatremia, increased serum osmolaity, hypokalemia. Polyuria and polydispsia. Dehydration, weight loss and dry skin

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Diabetes Insipidus (DI)

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upper body obesity and thin extremities, moon face, buffalo hump and neck fat. purple striae in skin,increased thirst and urination. Eat foods high in protein and calcium, low in carbohydrates and sodium with potassium supplementation

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Chushings syndrome

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