Understanding Hormones and Abdominal Procedures

Hormones and Enzymes

• 5-alpha reductase: Converts testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT), potentially leading to abnormal prostate growth.
• ACE (Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme): Enzyme converting angiotensin I to angiotensin II, crucial in blood pressure regulation.
• ACE inhibitor: Medication class used to manage hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Body Structures and Functions

• Abdominal muscles: Flat muscle sheet located between the ribcage and pelvis, important for posture and movement.
• Acetabulum: Bowl-shaped depression in the hipbone where the thighbone’s ball-shaped portion fits, forming the hip joint.
• Achilles’ tendon: Connective tissue linking the calf muscle to the heel bone, susceptible to injury.

Medical Procedures

• Abdominoplasty: Surgical procedure, known as a tummy tuck, that removes excess abdominal skin and tightens underlying muscles.
• Ablation: Treatment technique using various methods to destroy damaged tissue.

Medical Conditions

• Abdominal pain: Pain due to various factors; can affect digestion and well-being.
• Achlorhydria: Condition characterized by low stomach acid production, affecting nutrient absorption and digestion.
• Acne: Inflammation caused by excess sebum, clogged follicles, and bacterial growth.

Psychological and Neurological Terms

• Acceptance-based therapies: Psychotherapeutic methods that promote mindfulness, aiding individuals in recognizing and accepting their thoughts and feelings.
• Acquisition: Process of the brain absorbing new information to form memories.
• Acetylcholine: Neurotransmitter essential for learning, memory, and attention.

Movements and Actions

• Abduction: Movement of limbs away from the body’s midline.
• Adduction: Movement of limbs towards or across the body’s midline.
• Acute pain: Intense pain set to occur suddenly and is typically short-lived.

Health and Disease

• Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS): Advanced stage of HIV infection that severely weakens the immune system.
• Adenocarcinoma: Type of cancer arising in epithelial tissues that line organs.
• Addiction: Compulsive behavior towards a substance or action despite negative consequences.

Skin Conditions

• Actinic keratosis: Scaly spots on the skin caused by sun exposure, can signal a risk for skin cancer.
• Abrasion: Skin injury resulting from scraping or rubbing away of the surface.

Miscellaneous

• Active surveillance: Monitoring early prostate cancer through regular checkups without immediate treatment.
• Acupressure and acupuncture: Techniques using pressure points or needles, respectively, to alleviate pain and various health issues.
• Adaptability: Ability of an organism to genetically adjust to environmental changes.

This quiz explores key concepts related to hormones, specifically the role of 5-alpha reductase and dihydrotestosterone in the body. It also covers abdominal muscles and the procedure of abdominoplasty, commonly known as a tummy tuck. Test your knowledge on these topics and their implications for health.