HLTH 2501: diseases associated with adolescence Flashcards

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what do the biological chances typical of adolescence result from?

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the hormonal activity stimulated by the hypothalamus and the pituitary gland

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GnRh

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gonadotropin-releasing hormone; this is released from the hypothalamus and stimulates the release of gonadotropins from the pituitary (LH and FSH)

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gonadotropins

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are LH and FSH

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why does linear growth occur for longer in males?

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because the epiphyseal closure is delayed in males

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why do males develop more muscle mass than females?

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because of the anabolic action of male sex hormones (androgens and testosterone)

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in what stages does adolescence growth occur in?

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first limb growth, then hip and shoulder, then and increase in muscle maass

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what nutrients are important during adolescence development?

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Ca+ and vitamin D

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how is the cardiovascular system impacted during adolescence growth?

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the BV is increased as well as the strength of cardiac contractions, although pulse rate decreases

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burning fat and adolescence

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is begins to decrease after puberty due to metabolic changes; thus obesity can be common in younger individuals

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what can obesity as an adolescent lead to?

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increased risk for diabetes type 2, cardiovascular disease (due to increased blood cholesterol and elevated BP), strokes and permanent joint damage (due to musculoskeletal problems)

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overweight vs obese

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overweight refers to an excess of muscle, bone, fat or water whereas obese is an excess of fat

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how is obesity determined?

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BMI (body mass index); this is calculated based on age, height, and weight

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when is an adolescent considered obese?

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when the BMI is at the 95th percentile or greater for their age; 85th-94th percentile is at risk for obesity

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metabolic syndrome

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may be defined in various ways but includes three factors: presence of significant abdominal fat, changes in glucose metabolism, and changes in lipoprotein metabolism

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how prevalent is metabolic syndrome?

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present in 1-4% of children and adolescents and 49% of those who are clinically obese young people

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primary cause of metabolic syndrome?

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obesity

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what is the underlying cause of metabolic syndrome?

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is the release of insulin antagonists by adipose tissue, thus more body fat results in more insulin resistance

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why are musculoskeletal disorders common in adolescents?

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because muscular development lags behind skeletal growth, thus, less support is available for the weight-bearing areas

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kyphosis

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aka hunchback and is an increase in the convexity of the thoracic spine; a milder form may develop in adolescents

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what is commonly the cause of kyphosis in adults?

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secondary to osteoporosis or tuberculosis

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what do teens often present kyphosis?

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because they are taller than their peers, insecure about this breasts, or muscle support is inadequate

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what are complications of kyphosis?

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it can interfere with lung expansion and ventilation

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lordosis

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is an exaggerated concave lumbar curvature or swayback

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causes of lordosis in adolescents

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poor posture and obesity (because the center of gravity for the body is altered and can cause changes in vertebral alignment)

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scoliosis

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is a lateral curvature of the spine affecting both the thoracic or lumbar area, and may be accompanied by rotation of the vertebrae

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scoliosis and adolescence

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may become greater during growth sprouts

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2 classifications of scoliosis

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structural or functional

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structural scoliosis

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is a primary spinal deformity, of which 80% are idiopathic and genetic factors play a role; females are impacted much more; 2 subgroups are congenital and degenerative

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congenital scoliosis

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is part of structural group and includes developmental defects such as hemivertebrae and urinary tract disorders

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degenerative scoliosis

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may develop in older individuals with osteoporosis and osteoarthritis which create an unstable vertebral column

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functional scoliosis

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develops secondary to another problems such as unequal leg length, spinal nerve compression, or unequal spinal muscle support

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what are possible results of unequal spinal muscle support?

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loss of the normal curvature which can result from partial paralysis, trauma, MD, cerebral palsy, or spinal tumors

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signs of abnormal spinal curvature of scolosis

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loss of alignment of the hip and shoulder and rotation of the vertebrae which affects the pelvis and thorax

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treatment of scoliosis

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exercise, braces, but most often surgery is required using instrumentation and fusion of the vertebrae

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osteomyelitis

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is an infection of the bone and is associated with minor trauma such as fractures and soft tissue injury

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who is osteomyelitis common in?

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younger males

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why may osteomyelitis develop?

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because a bruise or sprain leaves the area vulnerable to blood-borne organisms from another site such as a skin boil, an abscess, or sinusitis

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most common organism causing osteomyelitis

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S. aureus

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most common site of infection for osteomyelitis

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the metaphysis of the femur or tibia

40
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what is a predisposing condition to osteomyelitis?

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sickle cell anemia

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phases occurring in osteomyelitis

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a local accumulation of pus creates pressure on the bone, periosteum, and nerves; new bone grows around the infected site; the pressure may tear the periosteum and create a sinus or passage through the soft tissue, spreading the infection; and joint involvement and inflammation may occur

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signs of osteomyelitis

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inflammation signs and systemic signs of infections (fever, leukocytosis, malaise, and irritability)

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treatment for osteomyelitis

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aggressive antimicrobials that can penetrate the bone and surgery if the infection persists

44
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juvenile rheumatoid arthritis

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is a group of autoimmune diseases that cause chronic inflammation in the CT areas such as joints; this is often marked by remissions and exacerbations

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how is JRA different from adult RA?

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the onset is more marked, large joints are frequently affected, systemic effects are more present, and RF is absent

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three subgroups of JRA

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are based on the joints affected, the types of antibodies in the blood, and the other effects

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still disease

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is a type of JRA that is distinguished by systemic effects that cause a high fever, skin rash, and enlarged spleen

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causes of JRA

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not known but is linked to a genetic factor, environmental agents, or infectious agents

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who is JRA common in?

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children aged 2-5 or 9-12

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what happens in JRA?

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the synovial membrane is inflamed and the cartilage erodes, causing red, swollen, and tender joints with impaired mobility and not too severe pain; adhesions may form is persists for long

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serum levels of those with JRA

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high WBCs and antinuclear antibodies

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complications of JRA

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hip involvement or inflammation of the eye (iridocyclitis)

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treatment for JRA

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NSAIDS, glucocorticoids, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs, PT, and exercise (particularly swimming)

54
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example of a disease-modifying antirheumatic drug

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methotrexate

55
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general medical concern with eating disorders

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poor nutrition on growth and development

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anorexia nervosa

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is an extreme loss of weight because of self-starvation in the absence of another disease

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what are factors driving individuals to anorexia nervosa?

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perfectionists, high achievers, family conflict, confused perception of sexulaity, and a fear of fatness

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word for thin and wasted

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emaciated

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signs of anorexia nervosa

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emaciation, amenorrhea, low body temperature, cold intolerance, low BP, slow HR, dry skin, brittle nails, and development of fine body hair (lanugo)

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lanugo

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fine body hair

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lack of menstrual cycle word

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amenorrhea

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complications for anorexia nervosa

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low Ca+ intake can lead to osteoporosis, impaired kidney function, impaired cardiovascular function, hypokalemia hyponatremia can cause cardiac arrhythmias or arrest

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bulimia nervosa

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is characterized by binge eating followed by purging

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complications of bulimia nervosa

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anemia, menstrual irregularities, electrolyte imbalance causing cardiac arrhythmias, tetany, severe abdominal pain, and oral cavity problems

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tetany

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involuntary muscle contractions and overstimulated PNS nerves

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how is the oral cavity impacted with bulimia?

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erosion of tooth enamel, increased dental caries, tears and ulcers in the oral mucosa, enlarged parotid and submandibular glands and chronic esophagitis

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binge eating disorder

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is characterized by the frequent intake of large amounts of food but lacks purging

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acne vulgaris

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is a common skin infection that occurs in adolescence and teen years and is associated with sebaceous glands and hair follicles on the face, neck, and upper trunk

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why does acne increase during puberty?

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because the sebaceous glands increase in activity, resulting in plugged pores and infection

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two types of lesions in acne vulgaris

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comedones or inflammatory

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name for whiteheads

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comedones and inflammatory acne

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comedones

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are noninflammatory collections of sebum, sloughed epithelial cells, and bacteria that clog the gland and prevent normal drainage

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inflammatory acne

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occurs when infection causes the hair follicles swell and rupture by the propionibacterium acne; the bacterium breaks down into the sebum, breaking down the sebum into irritating fatty acids; after this, the staphylococcal organisms invade and create a pustule

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2 microorganisms involved in inflammatory acne

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propionibacterium acne and staphylococcus

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risk factors for acne

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genetic factors, increased androgen levels, premenstrual hormonal fluctuations, oily creams, certain drugs, heavy or irritating clothing, backpacks, helmets, and heat or humidity

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medical treatment for acne

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involves benzoyl peroxide, tretinoin, isotretinoin or antibacterial agents like tetracycline

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full name for mono

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infectious mononucleosis

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infectious mononucleosis

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is an acute infection affecting lymphocytes (B) through invading epithelial cells in the nasopharynx or oropharynx and penetrating to the lymphoid tissue

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what causes infectious mononucleosis?

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epstein-barr virus (part of the herpes group)

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how is infectious mononucleosis transmitted?

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infected saliva (hence kissing), airborne droplets, and blood

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incubation period for infectious mononucleosis

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4-6 weeks

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signs of infectious mononucleosis

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sore throat, headache, fever, fatigue, enlarged lymph nodes, enlarged spleen, and rash on trunk

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testing for infectious mononucleosis

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blood test demonstrating an increase in atypical T lymphocytes and heterophil antibodies

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possible complications of infectious mononucleosis

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hepatitis, ruptured spleen or meningitis

85
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3 types of disorders affecting sexual development

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chromosomal disorders, tumors, or menstrual abnormalities

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klinefelter syndrome

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affects males owing to the presence of an additional X chromosome (XXY instead of XY)

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signs of klinefelter syndrome

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mental retardation is common, small testes, no sperm, and secondary male characteristics do not develop

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turner syndrome

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is a monosomy X in which one X chromosome is missing and this affects sexual development in females

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testicular tumors

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not common in adolescents but can affect men in their 20s and 30s; the tumor is usually malignant and is a unilateral hard mass on the testes; fertility can resume after surgical removal if one is still present

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what is the absence of menstruation called?

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delayed menarche or primary amenorrhea and this occurs after age 17

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what is delayed menarche caused by?

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an abnormality in the reproductive organs, abnormality in the pituitary gland or hypothalamus, lots of exercise, or systemic disorders like hypothyroid or diabetes

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dysmenorrhea

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refers to the discomfort that occurs in varying degrees during the first or second day of menstruation

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what is period cramping due to?

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the secretion of prostaglandins from the uterus

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serious effects of dysmenorrhea

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vomiting or fainting

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treatment for dysmenorrhea

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hormones, NSAIDs like advil, midol that contains aspirin, caffeine, or cinnamedrine

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cinnamedrine

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is a uterine relaxant

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secondary dysmenorrhea

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is usually related to infection or other pathologies