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Flashcards in Diseases of the Endocrine System Deck (11)
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Cushing’s Syndrome

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Hypersecretion of glucocorticoids, redistribution of body fats, “moon face”, swollen face, red cheeks, buffalo hump, thin, reddened skin, wt gain, hypertension & baldness.

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Addison’s Disease

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Hyposecretion of mineralcorticoids & glucocorticoids, decrease in blood sodium levels, drop in blood glucose & increase in potassium levels, dehydration w/ wt loss, hyperpigmentation, dark face, nausea, muscle & joint pain, depression, irritability.

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Grave’s Disease (hyperthyroidism)

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Hypersecretion of thyroid hormone, toxic diffuse goiter, exophthalmos, raised skin over the shins, fxs speeds up. Inherited or possibly autoimmune. Increased perspiration & nervousness.

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Hashimoto’s Disease (hypothyroidism)

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Hyposecretion of thyroid hormone, enlarged thyroid (goiter), affects ages 30-50 years, fxs slows down, more common in females, thin skin, dry brittle nails, polycystic ovary disease, idepathic hirutism (excessive hair), cold skin.

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Cretinism

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D/t underactive thyroid gland during infancy & childhood.

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Dwarfism

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D/t underactive growth hormone (GH) during childhood.

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Gigantism

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D/t overactive growth hormone (GH). usually w/ tumor of pituitary, during childhood.

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Acromegaly

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Over-secretion of growth hormone (GH) during adulthood.

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Syndrome X (Metabolic disease)

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Refers to a collection of metabolic abnormalities that put PT at risk of stroke & coronary artery disease. Ex. high blood sugar, high BP, too much fat around the waist.

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Vitiligio

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Depigmented macules appear on the face, hands, feet & other regions.

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Cafe-Au-Lait Spot (birthmark)

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Slightly uniformly pigmented macule/patch w/ irregular borders. Sizes: 0.5 cm to 1.5 cm.

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