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What does Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) cause in ovaries?
What does Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) cause in ovaries?
- Inflamed fallopian tubes
- Swollen uterus
- Enlarged ovaries with cysts (correct)
- Shrunken ovaries with no cysts
What elevated hormones are characteristics of PCOS?
What elevated hormones are characteristics of PCOS?
- Androgens (correct)
- Estrogen
- Cortisol
- Progesterone
Which condition involves a buildup of plaque in the arteries?
Which condition involves a buildup of plaque in the arteries?
- Hypertension
- Atherosclerosis (correct)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- Arrhythmia
What substances make up plaque in atherosclerosis?
What substances make up plaque in atherosclerosis?
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What happens to the arteries in atherosclerosis?
What happens to the arteries in atherosclerosis?
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Study Notes
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- A hormonal disorder that affects women, characterized by enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edges.
- Caused by elevated androgens (male hormones) in women, leading to a combination of symptoms.
Atherosclerosis
- A condition where arteries become narrowed and hardened due to a buildup of plaque on the artery walls.
- Plaque is composed of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances found in the blood.
- The buildup of plaque on the artery walls leads to the narrowing and hardening of the arteries.
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This quiz covers two common health disorders: Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and Atherosclerosis, exploring their causes, symptoms, and characteristics.
