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Which imaging modality is recommended for confirming the diagnosis of Cushing's syndrome?
What is the recommended management for Cushing's syndrome depending on the cause?
Which hormone replacement therapy is usually recommended for patients with Addison's disease?
When should the dose of glucocorticoids be increased for patients with Addison's disease?
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Which condition may patients on long-term high-dose steroid therapy look like due to the side effects of steroids?
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What should be given to patients on long-term high-dose steroid therapy to remind them and their doctors about the need for increased steroid cover during major procedures?
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What kind of hormones are involved in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis?
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Which type of plane is recommended for a pituitary MRI scan?
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Which hormone is an example of an adrenal cortex hormone?
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Which autoimmune conditions may 'cluster' in the same individual?
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Which hormone is primarily produced by the adrenal cortex?
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What is the main binding protein for cortisol?
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Which test is used to assess cortisol production at 9 am?
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What is the primary hormone involved in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system?
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Which enzyme is involved in the metabolism of cortisol?
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What is the main hormone regulated by the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis?
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Which condition is characterized by an excess of cortisol production?
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Which imaging technique can be used to visualize the pituitary gland?
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Which receptor is involved in the cellular actions of glucocorticoids?
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What is the primary function of glucocorticoids during stress?
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Which test is used to assess cortisol production at midnight?
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What is the primary cause of Cushing's Syndrome?
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Which hormone is used in the SynACTHen test for diagnosing Addison's Disease?
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What is the main symptom of Addison's Disease?
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Which condition is associated with excess cortisol, weight gain, and neuropsychiatric problems?
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What is the primary function of cortisol?
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Which test is used to assess cortisol production at 9 a.m. for diagnosing Addison's Disease?
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What is the primary cause of Addison's Disease?
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Which hormone is primarily regulated by the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis?
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What is the recommended management for Cushing's Syndrome caused by pituitary adenoma?
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What is the primary focus of the first session mentioned in the text?
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What hormone is described as the speaker's favorite in the text?
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What conditions will be covered in the first session according to the text?
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What is the second session primarily about?
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What does the speaker suggest the attendees are enthusiasts for in the text?
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What will be revised before delving into clinical assessment according to the text?
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What is the primary role of glucocorticoids in energy balance and metabolism?
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How does cortisol production follow a circadian rhythm?
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What can significantly impact the pulsatile nature of cortisol production?
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Why is it important to consider the pulsatile nature and the impact of stress when conducting blood tests for cortisol?
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What makes research on cortisol regulation challenging?
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What type of stress tests are used to assess cortisol stress response?
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Which hormone stimulates cortisol production in the adrenal cortex?
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What is the main target hormone of the delicate pituitary portal circulation?
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What is the primary function of cortisol binding globulin?
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Which imaging technique is used to visualize the pituitary gland?
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How are hormones ensured specificity in the endocrine system?
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What is the primary role of the hypothalamus in the endocrine system?
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Which enzyme enables aldosterone to bind to mineralocorticoid receptors by inactivating cortisol?
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What is the most common cause of Cushing's syndrome?
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What is the primary function of 11 beta hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type two?
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Which hormone is primarily regulated by the pituitary adrenal axis?
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What is the main cause of Cushing's syndrome?
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What is the primary cause of tissue-specificity of hormonal responses?
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What is a characteristic symptom of Cushing's syndrome?
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What can lead to Cushing's syndrome-like symptoms?
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What is a symptom of Addison's disease due to adrenal insufficiency?
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What is the primary cause of Addison's disease in the UK?
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What can cause secondary adrenal insufficiency?
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What is crucial in diagnosing and treating rare conditions like Cushing's syndrome and Addison's disease?
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Study Notes
Hormonal Regulation and Disorders: Key Points
- Cortisol has various functions, including anti-inflammatory action, energy balance, and regulation of blood pressure and cognitive function
- Cortisol levels follow a circadian rhythm, peaking in the early morning and falling in the evening
- Ultradian rhythm involves spontaneous pulses of varying amplitude, decreasing in the circadian trough
- Cushing's Syndrome, caused by excess cortisol, leads to weight gain, central obesity, hypertension, insulin resistance, neuropsychiatric problems, and osteoporosis
- Cushing's Syndrome can be caused by pituitary adenoma, adrenal tumor, ectopic ACTH, or iatrogenic steroid treatment
- Addison's Disease, caused by too little cortisol, presents with malaise, weakness, increased skin pigmentation, hypotension, and hypoglycemia
- Autoimmune Polyendocrine Syndromes, such as Type II, involve multiple autoimmune conditions, including Addison's disease, diabetes, hypoparathyroidism, and thyroid disease
- Clinical implications of autoimmune polyendocrine syndromes include the need for a high index of suspicion for additional autoimmune endocrine disorders
- Assessment of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis involves basal and dynamic tests, including blood, urine, and saliva cortisol measurements, as well as stimulated and suppressed tests
- Basal assessment of the HPAA involves monitoring cortisol and ACTH levels, while dynamic tests include ACTH stimulation, hypoglycemia, and dexamethasone suppression tests
- For Cushing's diagnosis, 24-hour urinary free cortisol, midnight cortisol, and ACTH levels are measured, while for Addison's, 9 a.m. cortisol and ACTH, SynACTHen test, and insulin tolerance test are used
- Two golden rules for endocrine condition investigations are to only start if symptoms and signs suggest it and to consider the risk of false positive results
Cushing's Syndrome and Addison's Disease
- Cushing's syndrome is characterized by central obesity, puffed up face, and purplish pigmented stripes on the skin.
- Long-term high-dose steroid treatment for conditions like asthma and COPD can lead to Cushing's grade symptoms.
- Symptoms of Cushing's syndrome include easy bruising, abnormal fat deposition, and hirsutism.
- Patients with severe Cushing's syndrome may develop fluid retention and hypertension, leading to a quick diagnosis.
- It is important for medical professionals to remain vigilant for rare conditions like Cushing's syndrome.
- Addison's disease, named after Thomas Addison, is characterized by gradual onset symptoms such as weight loss, weakness, and nausea.
- Patients with Addison's disease develop brownish pigmentation of the skin due to adrenal insufficiency.
- In the UK, autoimmune processes are the primary cause of Addison's disease, leading to destruction of the adrenal glands by the immune system.
- Metastatic cancer can also cause Addison's disease, but it is a rare cause in the present day.
- Addison's disease results in the loss of production of cortisol, aldosterone, and sex steroids due to the affected adrenal cortex.
- Secondary adrenal insufficiency can occur due to pituitary disease or abrupt cessation of high-dose steroid treatment.
- Vigilance is crucial in diagnosing and treating rare conditions like Addison's disease.
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Test your knowledge of hormonal regulation and disorders with this quiz covering key points about cortisol functions, circadian and ultradian rhythms, Cushing's Syndrome, Addison's Disease, autoimmune polyendocrine syndromes, and assessment of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis. Sharpen your understanding of these important endocrine concepts and clinical implications.
