Metabolic Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
diabetes insipidus
A
decreased ADH (vasopressin) due to posterior pituitary problem causes dehydration
2
Q
Diabetes Mellitus
associated with DISH
A
decreased production of insulin by the beta cells of pancreas (Islets of Langerhans)
1st seen in the eyes
most commonly die from heart disease or renal failure
produces polydypsia (increase thirst), polyurea (increase urination), and polyphagia (increase hunger)
3
Q
hemochromatosis
A
iron in organs and skin
bronze diabetes
4
Q
kwashkiorkor
A
protein malnutrition
decrease in oncotic pressure leads to ascites
5
Q
marasmus
A
calorie malnutrition
includes proteins
6
Q
wilsons***
A
inborn error of copper metabolism
Kayser Fleisher rings= copper deposits in eye
HEPATOLENTICULAR DEGENERATION
