Simmond's Disease: Pituitary Cachexia Cause
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What is a common symptom of Simmond's disease related to the thyroid gland?

  • Thyroid hypertrophy
  • Normal BMR
  • Atrophy of the thyroid gland (correct)
  • Decreased cholesterol levels
  • Which condition is associated with Simmond's disease?

  • Hypothyroidism
  • Premature senility (correct)
  • Hyperglycemia
  • Increased muscular strength
  • Which hormone deficiency is characteristic of Simmond's disease?

  • Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
  • Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
  • Growth hormone (GH) (correct)
  • Insulin
  • What effect does Simmond's disease have on the adrenal cortex?

    <p>Causes atrophy of the adrenal cortex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do individuals with Simmond's disease often experience hypogonadism after puberty?

    <p>Atrophy of the gonads</p> Signup and view all the answers

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