The endocrine system Flashcards
1
Q
What does the thyroid gland produce?
A
Thyroxine
2
Q
Hypothyroidism
A
Not enough thyroxine
3
Q
hypothyroidism symptoms
A
depression
slow movement
slow thoughts
weight gain
tiredness
4
Q
Hyperthyroidism
A
Too much thyroxine
5
Q
Hyperthyroidism symptoms
A
Nervousness
anxiety
hyperactivity
weight loss
insomnia
6
Q
A
7
Q
What does thyroxine do?
A
a) Affects cells in the heart (heart rate)
b) Increase metabolic rates
= this affects growth rates
