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Cushing Syndrome is caused by the hypersecretion of ______
Cushing Syndrome is caused by the hypersecretion of ______
Cortisol
______ tumor can cause Cushing Syndrome
______ tumor can cause Cushing Syndrome
Pituitary
A symptom of Cushing Syndrome is ______ facies, which is a round face
A symptom of Cushing Syndrome is ______ facies, which is a round face
Moon
Adrenal Insufficiency, also known as ______'s Disease, is caused by the hyposecretion of Cortisol
Adrenal Insufficiency, also known as ______'s Disease, is caused by the hyposecretion of Cortisol
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A symptom of Adrenal Insufficiency is ______ skin, which is characterized by hyperpigmentation
A symptom of Adrenal Insufficiency is ______ skin, which is characterized by hyperpigmentation
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During an Adrenal crisis, treatment includes giving ______ foods to replenish electrolytes
During an Adrenal crisis, treatment includes giving ______ foods to replenish electrolytes
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What is the primary effect of amylin on gastric emptying?
What is the primary effect of amylin on gastric emptying?
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Under which conditions is glucagon secretion stimulated?
Under which conditions is glucagon secretion stimulated?
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What is the effect of somatostatin on hormone secretion?
What is the effect of somatostatin on hormone secretion?
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What is the primary function of leptin?
What is the primary function of leptin?
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What is a hallmark of T2DM related to leptin?
What is a hallmark of T2DM related to leptin?
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Which hormone is responsible for promoting satiety and delaying gastric emptying?
Which hormone is responsible for promoting satiety and delaying gastric emptying?
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What is the effect of glucagon on blood glucose levels?
What is the effect of glucagon on blood glucose levels?
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Which hormone inhibits the secretion of insulin, glucagon, and gastrin?
Which hormone inhibits the secretion of insulin, glucagon, and gastrin?
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What is the effect of leptin resistance in diabetes mellitus?
What is the effect of leptin resistance in diabetes mellitus?
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Which of the following is NOT a condition that stimulates glucagon secretion?
Which of the following is NOT a condition that stimulates glucagon secretion?
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Which hormone has an opposite effect on blood glucose levels compared to insulin?
Which hormone has an opposite effect on blood glucose levels compared to insulin?
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What is the net effect on blood glucose levels when somatostatin is secreted?
What is the net effect on blood glucose levels when somatostatin is secreted?
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In diabetes mellitus, which hormone is often deficient, leading to impaired satiety and rapid gastric emptying?
In diabetes mellitus, which hormone is often deficient, leading to impaired satiety and rapid gastric emptying?
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Which hormone is secreted in response to stress and protein ingestion, leading to increased blood glucose levels?
Which hormone is secreted in response to stress and protein ingestion, leading to increased blood glucose levels?
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What is the primary consequence of leptin resistance in diabetes mellitus?
What is the primary consequence of leptin resistance in diabetes mellitus?
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Which hormone has a direct role in regulating glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis?
Which hormone has a direct role in regulating glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis?
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What is the primary effect of somatostatin on intestinal glucose absorption?
What is the primary effect of somatostatin on intestinal glucose absorption?
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Which hormone is primarily responsible for maintaining a 'full' feeling in healthy individuals?
Which hormone is primarily responsible for maintaining a 'full' feeling in healthy individuals?
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What is the result of leptin resistance in diabetes mellitus?
What is the result of leptin resistance in diabetes mellitus?
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Which hormone is often deficient in diabetes mellitus, leading to impaired satiety and rapid gastric emptying?
Which hormone is often deficient in diabetes mellitus, leading to impaired satiety and rapid gastric emptying?
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What is the time period that Hemoglobin A1C measures the average amount of glucose attached to hemoglobin in red blood cells?
What is the time period that Hemoglobin A1C measures the average amount of glucose attached to hemoglobin in red blood cells?
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What is the primary benefit of using Hemoglobin A1C for diabetes management?
What is the primary benefit of using Hemoglobin A1C for diabetes management?
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What is the typical breathing rate associated with Kussmaul respirations?
What is the typical breathing rate associated with Kussmaul respirations?
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Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with Kussmaul respirations?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with Kussmaul respirations?
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What is the primary inspiration phase characteristic of Kussmaul respirations?
What is the primary inspiration phase characteristic of Kussmaul respirations?
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What is a common symptom of Hyperthyroidism?
What is a common symptom of Hyperthyroidism?
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Which of the following is a symptom of Thyrotoxicosis?
Which of the following is a symptom of Thyrotoxicosis?
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What is a characteristic of Exophthalmos?
What is a characteristic of Exophthalmos?
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What is a common symptom of Hypothyroidism?
What is a common symptom of Hypothyroidism?
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What is a severe complication of Hypothyroidism?
What is a severe complication of Hypothyroidism?
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What is a characteristic of Hyperthyroidism?
What is a characteristic of Hyperthyroidism?
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What is a symptom of Hypothyroidism?
What is a symptom of Hypothyroidism?
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Which of the following is a symptom of Hyperthyroidism?
Which of the following is a symptom of Hyperthyroidism?
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Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with Hyperthyroidism?
Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with Hyperthyroidism?
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What is a common symptom of Hypothyroidism?
What is a common symptom of Hypothyroidism?
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Which of the following is a severe complication of Hypothyroidism?
Which of the following is a severe complication of Hypothyroidism?
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What is a characteristic of Exophthalmos?
What is a characteristic of Exophthalmos?
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Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with Hyperthyroidism?
Which of the following symptoms is NOT associated with Hyperthyroidism?
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What is a common symptom of Thyrotoxicosis?
What is a common symptom of Thyrotoxicosis?
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Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with Hypothyroidism?
Which of the following symptoms is commonly associated with Hypothyroidism?
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What is a characteristic of Thyroid Eye Disease (TED)?
What is a characteristic of Thyroid Eye Disease (TED)?
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What is a common symptom of Conn Syndrome?
What is a common symptom of Conn Syndrome?
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What is a physiological effect of cortisol?
What is a physiological effect of cortisol?
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What is a characteristic of androgens?
What is a characteristic of androgens?
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What is the effect of aldosterone on electrolyte balance?
What is the effect of aldosterone on electrolyte balance?
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What is a physiological effect of cortisol on glucose metabolism?
What is a physiological effect of cortisol on glucose metabolism?
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What is a characteristic of aldosterone's effect on blood pressure?
What is a characteristic of aldosterone's effect on blood pressure?
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What is a common symptom of pheochromocytoma?
What is a common symptom of pheochromocytoma?
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Which of the following is a pressure problem associated with pheochromocytoma?
Which of the following is a pressure problem associated with pheochromocytoma?
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What is a common palpitation associated with pheochromocytoma?
What is a common palpitation associated with pheochromocytoma?
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Why should the abdomen not be palpated in a patient with pheochromocytoma?
Why should the abdomen not be palpated in a patient with pheochromocytoma?
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What is a characteristic of pheochromocytoma?
What is a characteristic of pheochromocytoma?
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What is a common symptom of pheochromocytoma that is related to vasoconstriction?
What is a common symptom of pheochromocytoma that is related to vasoconstriction?
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Why should the abdomen not be palpated in a patient with pheochromocytoma?
Why should the abdomen not be palpated in a patient with pheochromocytoma?
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What is the cause of excessive hypertension in pheochromocytoma?
What is the cause of excessive hypertension in pheochromocytoma?
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What is a common symptom of pheochromocytoma that is related to pressure problems?
What is a common symptom of pheochromocytoma that is related to pressure problems?
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What is a common symptom of pheochromocytoma that is related to excessive catecholamine production?
What is a common symptom of pheochromocytoma that is related to excessive catecholamine production?
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Study Notes
Cushing Syndrome: Hypersecretion of Cortisol
- Caused by increase in ACTH, exogenous steroids, or adrenal tumor
- Characteristics:
- Hyperglycemia
- Infection and delayed wound healing
- Osteoporosis
- Peptic Ulcer Disease (PUD)
- Hypertension (HTN)
- Thin, fragile skin
- Stretch marks
- Moon facies: round face
- Buffalo hump: hump on back
- Truncal obesity
- Muscle wasting
- Thin extremities
- Hirsutism: abnormal facial hair growth in women
Adrenal Insufficiency (Addison's Disease): Hyposecretion of Cortisol
- Caused by autoimmune destruction of cortex, tumor, TB, trauma, decrease in ACTH, or abrupt withdrawal of steroid medications
- Characteristics:
- Bronzed skin due to hyperpigmentation (MSH)
- Hyponatremia
- Hyperkalemia
- Hypoglycemia
- Muscle weakness
- Confusion
- Electrolyte imbalances
- Decreased urine output
- Amenoria
- Sparse hair growth
Adrenal Crisis
- Characterized by low cortisol, leading to hypoglycemia, and low aldosterone, leading to hyponatremia
- Symptoms:
- Coma or death
- Dehydration
- Hypotension
- Hyperkalemia
- Circulatory collapse and shock
- Treatment:
- Steroids
- Taper off steroids
- Give salty foods (carbs, sugars, salt)
- ADD Some Salt: ADD-i-Son'S
- Soup is salty!
Pancreatic Hormones
- Amylin: a peptide hormone co-secreted with insulin, usually deficient in diabetes mellitus (DM), delays gastric emptying, and promotes satiety (feeling of fullness).
Glucagon
- Has an opposite effect to insulin, increasing blood glucose (BG) levels.
- Stimulates glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
- Secreted when: • BG levels are low. • Protein is ingested. • Under stress.
Somatostatin
- Inhibits hormone secretion of: insulin, glucagon, growth hormone (GH), thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), and gastrin.
- Reduces intestinal glucose absorption, lowering BG levels.
Leptin
- A peptide hormone found in pancreatic beta cells and adipose tissues.
- Regulates body fat, maintaining a "full" feeling.
- In DM, leptin resistance leads to: • Increased hunger. • Obesity. • Excess insulin production.
Hallmarks of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)
- Resistance to leptin.
Pancreatic Hormones
- Amylin: a peptide hormone co-secreted with insulin, usually deficient in diabetes mellitus (DM), delays gastric emptying, and promotes satiety (feeling of fullness).
Glucagon
- Has an opposite effect to insulin, increasing blood glucose (BG) levels.
- Stimulates glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
- Secreted when: • BG levels are low. • Protein is ingested. • Under stress.
Somatostatin
- Inhibits hormone secretion of: insulin, glucagon, growth hormone (GH), thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), and gastrin.
- Reduces intestinal glucose absorption, lowering BG levels.
Leptin
- A peptide hormone found in pancreatic beta cells and adipose tissues.
- Regulates body fat, maintaining a "full" feeling.
- In DM, leptin resistance leads to: • Increased hunger. • Obesity. • Excess insulin production.
Hallmarks of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)
- Resistance to leptin.
Pancreatic Hormones
- Amylin: a peptide hormone co-secreted with insulin, usually deficient in diabetes mellitus (DM), delays gastric emptying, and promotes satiety (feeling of fullness).
Glucagon
- Has an opposite effect to insulin, increasing blood glucose (BG) levels.
- Stimulates glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
- Secreted when: • BG levels are low. • Protein is ingested. • Under stress.
Somatostatin
- Inhibits hormone secretion of: insulin, glucagon, growth hormone (GH), thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), and gastrin.
- Reduces intestinal glucose absorption, lowering BG levels.
Leptin
- A peptide hormone found in pancreatic beta cells and adipose tissues.
- Regulates body fat, maintaining a "full" feeling.
- In DM, leptin resistance leads to: • Increased hunger. • Obesity. • Excess insulin production.
Hallmarks of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)
- Resistance to leptin.
Pancreatic Hormones
- Amylin: a peptide hormone co-secreted with insulin, usually deficient in diabetes mellitus (DM), delays gastric emptying, and promotes satiety (feeling of fullness).
Glucagon
- Has an opposite effect to insulin, increasing blood glucose (BG) levels.
- Stimulates glycogenolysis and gluconeogenesis.
- Secreted when: • BG levels are low. • Protein is ingested. • Under stress.
Somatostatin
- Inhibits hormone secretion of: insulin, glucagon, growth hormone (GH), thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), and gastrin.
- Reduces intestinal glucose absorption, lowering BG levels.
Leptin
- A peptide hormone found in pancreatic beta cells and adipose tissues.
- Regulates body fat, maintaining a "full" feeling.
- In DM, leptin resistance leads to: • Increased hunger. • Obesity. • Excess insulin production.
Hallmarks of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)
- Resistance to leptin.
Hemoglobin A1C: A1C Target Ranges
What is Hemoglobin A1C?
- Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C) measures average blood glucose levels over the past 2-3 months by detecting glucose attached to hemoglobin in red blood cells.
- It serves as an indicator of average blood glucose control in people with diabetes.
A1C Target Ranges
- The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends specific A1C target ranges for diabetes management.
- The general target A1C range is set by the ADA for diabetes patients.
Kussmaul Respirations
- Characterized by deep, rapid breaths.
Respiratory Symptoms
- Deep breathing: louder than usual.
- Rapid breathing: exceeds 24 breaths per minute.
- Sustained inspiration: longer time spent inhaling.
Other Symptoms
- Tachycardia (rapid heart rate).
- Anxiety or restlessness.
- Confusion or altered mental status.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Headache.
- Fatigue or lethargy.
Associated Conditions
- Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).
- Metabolic acidosis.
- Respiratory acidosis.
- Cardiac disease.
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Pneumonia.
- Sepsis.
Important Note
- Kussmaul respirations are a sign of an underlying medical condition, requiring prompt medical attention for diagnosis and treatment.
Hyperthyroidism
- Characterized by excessive TSH, T3, and T4 levels
- Common causes:
- Graves disease (autoimmune), which stimulates the thyroid to produce too much T4
- Thyroid nodule (tumor) - adenoma
- Pituitary tumor (very rare), which causes high TSH levels leading to excessive T4 production
- Manifestations (FAST):
- Goiter
- Exophthalmos (TED - thyroid eye disease)
- Increased metabolism
- Heat intolerance, sweating, and flushed warm skin
- Nervousness, tremors, mood swings, and insomnia
- Weight loss
- Increased heart rate, palpitations, and arrhythmias
- Fine thin hair or hair loss
- Fragile nails
- Increase in skin pigmentation
- Thyrotoxicosis (extreme/crisis, also known as "thyroid storm"), which can be life-threatening
Hypothyroidism
- Characterized by low T3/T4 levels and elevated TSH
- Two major causes:
- Primary hypothyroidism:
- Altered thyroid gland
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis (autoimmune, which destroys the thyroid)
- Thyroidectomy
- Secondary hypothyroidism:
- Normal thyroid gland, but not releasing T3/4
- Low TRH from hypothalamus causing low TSH from anterior pituitary
- Iodine deficiency
- Primary hypothyroidism:
- Manifestations (S L O W):
- Decreased metabolism
- Cold intolerance
- Bradycardia, increasing the risk of congestive heart failure
- Atherosclerosis, increasing the risk of coronary artery disease
- Lethargy, fatigue, weakness, and mental slowing
- Anemia due to lack of erythropoiesis to stimulate RBC production
- Constipation
- Anorexia
- Weight gain
- Puffy face and extremities
- Dry/coarse hair, alopecia, and loss of 1/3 eyebrow hair
- Brittle nails
- Yellow skin color
- Infertility (possibility)
- Severe hypothyroidism:
- Myxedema - excessively low BMR, which carries the risk of circulatory collapse
- Important note: do not quickly rewarm patients, as it causes vasodilation and can lead to a drop in blood pressure
- Congenital Hypothyroidism:
- Formerly known as "Cretinism"
- Causes mental retardation
- Tested at birth
Hyperthyroidism
- Characterized by excessive TSH, T3, and T4 levels
- Common causes:
- Graves disease (autoimmune), which stimulates the thyroid to produce too much T4
- Thyroid nodule (tumor) - adenoma
- Pituitary tumor (very rare), which causes high TSH levels leading to excessive T4 production
- Manifestations (FAST):
- Goiter
- Exophthalmos (TED - thyroid eye disease)
- Increased metabolism
- Heat intolerance, sweating, and flushed warm skin
- Nervousness, tremors, mood swings, and insomnia
- Weight loss
- Increased heart rate, palpitations, and arrhythmias
- Fine thin hair or hair loss
- Fragile nails
- Increase in skin pigmentation
- Thyrotoxicosis (extreme/crisis, also known as "thyroid storm"), which can be life-threatening
Hypothyroidism
- Characterized by low T3/T4 levels and elevated TSH
- Two major causes:
- Primary hypothyroidism:
- Altered thyroid gland
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis (autoimmune, which destroys the thyroid)
- Thyroidectomy
- Secondary hypothyroidism:
- Normal thyroid gland, but not releasing T3/4
- Low TRH from hypothalamus causing low TSH from anterior pituitary
- Iodine deficiency
- Primary hypothyroidism:
- Manifestations (S L O W):
- Decreased metabolism
- Cold intolerance
- Bradycardia, increasing the risk of congestive heart failure
- Atherosclerosis, increasing the risk of coronary artery disease
- Lethargy, fatigue, weakness, and mental slowing
- Anemia due to lack of erythropoiesis to stimulate RBC production
- Constipation
- Anorexia
- Weight gain
- Puffy face and extremities
- Dry/coarse hair, alopecia, and loss of 1/3 eyebrow hair
- Brittle nails
- Yellow skin color
- Infertility (possibility)
- Severe hypothyroidism:
- Myxedema - excessively low BMR, which carries the risk of circulatory collapse
- Important note: do not quickly rewarm patients, as it causes vasodilation and can lead to a drop in blood pressure
- Congenital Hypothyroidism:
- Formerly known as "Cretinism"
- Causes mental retardation
- Tested at birth
Mineralocorticoids
- Aldosterone is a type of mineralocorticoid that helps regulate salt and water balance
- Released in response to the Renin-Angiotensin-Aldosterone (RAA) system
- Functions: reabsorbs sodium and water, excretes potassium, and increases blood pressure
Conn Syndrome
- Also known as primary aldosteronism
- Characterized by excess aldosterone production
- Symptoms: hypertension and hypernatremia
Glucocorticoids
- Cortisol is a type of glucocorticoid involved in glucose metabolism
- Released in response to ACTH (Adrenocorticotropic Hormone) from the anterior pituitary
- Functions:
- Helps the body respond to stress
- Stimulates gluconeogenesis, providing glucose to the brain
- Mobilizes free fatty acids for energy production
- Suppresses inflammatory and immune responses
- Increases serum calcium levels by decreasing calcium absorption in bones, reducing heartburn
Androgens
- Testosterone is a type of androgen involved in tissue growth and development
- Produced in testes in males and ovaries in females
- Functions:
- Stimulates tissue growth and blood flow
- Develops male secondary characteristics, such as dark hair and a low voice
Pheochromocytoma - Genetic
- A benign tumor located in the adrenal medulla that produces excessive amounts of catecholamines
- Characterized by excessive hypertension (HTN) due to overproduction of catecholamines
- Common symptoms include:
- Pressure problems
- Pounding headaches (HA)
- Palpitations
- Vasoconstrictions
- Profuse sweating
- Important note: Avoid palpating the abdomen in patients with this condition
Pheochromocytoma - Genetic
- A benign tumor located in the adrenal medulla that produces excessive amounts of catecholamines
- Characterized by excessive hypertension (HTN) due to overproduction of catecholamines
- Common symptoms include:
- Pressure problems
- Pounding headaches (HA)
- Palpitations
- Vasoconstrictions
- Profuse sweating
- Important note: Avoid palpating the abdomen in patients with this condition
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This quiz covers the causes and symptoms of Cushing Syndrome, a disorder caused by excess cortisol in the body. Learn about the effects of hypersecretion of cortisol on the body.