Root Words and Pathologies of the Endocrine System

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What does the root word 'Hormon/o' mean?

  • Sweat
  • Hormone (correct)
  • Hairy
  • Toxins

Which procedure involves the removal of the adrenal glands?

  • Pinealectomy
  • Pancreatalgia
  • Thyroidectomy
  • Adrenalectomy (correct)

What does the term 'Hirsutism' refer to?

  • Disease of the pineal gland
  • Production of hormones
  • Excessive sweating
  • Condition of being hairy (correct)

Which term refers to an abnormal increase in acidity?

<p>Acidosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a tumor in the pineal gland?

<p>Pinealoma (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the production of too much growth hormone?

<p>Acromegaly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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