18 Questions
What is the primary cause of Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)?
21-hydroxylase deficiency
What is the result of androgen excess in female patients with Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)?
Masculinization of the body
What is the treatment for Hypoaldosteronism?
Replacement hormone medication
What is a major cause of Adrenal Insufficiency?
Pituitary tumor
What is the effect of excess adrenal androgens on normal adult men?
No significant effect
What is the primary symptom of Adrenal Insufficiency?
Fatigue
What is the approximate incidence of Addison disease per 1 million people?
40-60 cases
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of adrenal crisis in Addison disease?
Hyperkalemia
What is the primary goal of treatment in primary adrenal insufficiency?
To replace the missing cortisol and aldosterone
Which of the following is a characteristic of primary adrenal insufficiency but NOT secondary adrenal insufficiency?
Hyperpigmentation of skin
What is the probable cause of androgen deficiency in Addison disease?
Insufficient production of DHEA
What is the term for the congenital defect in which the adrenal glands produce excessive amounts of androgens?
Congenital adrenal hyperplasia
What is the primary cause of Addison disease?
Atrophy or destruction of both adrenal glands
What is the treatment for Hypoaldosteronism?
All of the above
What is the underlying cause of Congenital adrenal hyperplasia?
21-hydroxylase deficiency
What is the primary cause of Adrenal insufficiency?
Atrophy or destruction of both adrenal glands
What is the symptom of Androgen excess?
Cushing’s syndrome
What is the effect of CAH on cortisol and aldosterone production?
Lack of cortisol and aldosterone
Test your knowledge on Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH), a group of inherited genetic disorders caused by 21-hydroxylase deficiency, and its effects on genital development, growth, and hormonal imbalance in both males and females. Learn about the symptoms and characteristics of CAH.
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