Adrenal Gland

Question 1

corticosteroids

Answer 1

steroid hormones produced by the adrenal cortex (glucocortids, mineralcorticoids, androgens)

Question 2

mineralcorticoids

Answer 2

hormones produced by the adrenal cortex that regulate sodium/potassium pump (Na+/K+) ratio (aldosterone)

Question 3

diabetes insipidus

Answer 3

a condition caused by the lack or decreased production of the antidiuretic hormone (ADH), symptoms are excessive urination and extreme thirst

Question 4

glucocorticoids

Answer 4

hormones produced by the adrenal cortex regulating sugar-and protein-metabolism (cortisol, hydrocortisone)

Question 5

adrenarche

Answer 5

the adrenal cortex starts to to produce androgen hormones at the age of 5-8

Question 6

Addison´s disease

Answer 6

caused by the insufficiency of the adrenal cortex most frequently due to an autoimmune process: it leads to extreme weakness, darkening of the skin and increased discharge of urine

Question 7

cushing´s symptoms

Answer 7

caused by high levels of cortisol in the blood frequently due to steroid medication; it leads to disproportional fat deposition on the trunk, neck and face