Endocrine System by https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx Made with a stroke of good luck en-us 2021-11-01 18:53:45 UTC 2025-10-28 14:23:53 UTC hello@padlet.com Addison’s Disease k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1859646959 Diese resulting in from insufficient secretion of cortisol and sometimes aldosterone characterized by progressive anemia hypotension hypolycemia fatigue increased skin pigmentation joint pain and loss of appetite.

]]> 2021-11-01 19:04:19 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1859646959 Cushings Disease k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862586901 Cushing's disease is a serious condition of an excess of the steroid hormone cortisol in the blood level caused by a pituitary tumor secreting adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH is a hormone produced by the normal pituitary gland.]]> 2021-11-02 18:56:17 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862586901 Graves Disease k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862591065 Graves' disease is an immune system disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism). Although a number of disorders may result in hyperthyroidism, Graves' disease is a common cause. Thyroid hormones affect many body systems, so signs and symptoms of Graves' disease can be wide ranging.

]]> 2021-11-02 18:58:02 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862591065 Hashimoto Disease k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862592902 Hashimoto's disease is a condition in which your immune system attacks your thyroid, a small gland at the base of your neck below your Adam's apple. The thyroid gland is part of your endocrine system, which produces hormones that coordinate many of your body's functions.

]]> 2021-11-02 18:58:53 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862592902 Gigantism k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862594432 Gigantism is abnormally large growth due to an excess of growth hormone (GH) during childhood, before the bone growth plates have closed (epiphyseal fusion). It causes excessive growth in height, muscles, and organs , making the child extremely large for his or her age.]]> 2021-11-02 18:59:35 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862594432 Dwarfism k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862596115 Dwarfism is short stature that results from a genetic or medical condition. Dwarfism is generally defined as an adult height of 4 feet 10 inches (147 centimeters) or less. The average adult height among people with dwarfism is 4 feet (122 cm). Many different medical conditions cause dwarfism.]]> 2021-11-02 19:00:22 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862596115 Prolactinoma k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862597695 Prolactinoma is a noncancerous tumor of the pituitary gland. This tumor causes the pituitary to make too much of a hormone called prolactin. The major effect of prolactinoma is decreased levels of some sex hormones — estrogen in women and testosterone in men.

]]> 2021-11-02 19:01:08 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862597695 Thyroid Cancer k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862600439 A cancer of the thyroid, the butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck.
The cause of thyroid cancer is poorly understood, but may involve a combination of genetic and environmental factors.
Some people have no symptoms. Others may notice a lump in the neck.
Treatments, which are usually successful, include surgery, hormone therapy, radioactive iodine, radiation, and in some cases chemotherapy.


]]> 2021-11-02 19:02:28 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862600439 Goiter k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862602080 A goiter (GOI-tur) is an abnormal enlargement of your thyroid gland. Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck just below your Adam's apple. Although goiters are usually painless, a large goiter can cause a cough and make it difficult for you to swallow or breathe

]]> 2021-11-02 19:03:15 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862602080 Hypothyroidism k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862604799 Hypothyroidism is a common condition where the thyroid doesn't create and release enough thyroid hormone into your bloodstream. This makes your metabolism slow down. Also called underactive thyroid, hypothyroidism can make you feel tired, gain weight and be unable to tolerate cold temperatures.]]> 2021-11-02 19:04:33 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862604799 Hyperthyroidism k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862606149 Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) occurs when your thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine. Hyperthyroidism can accelerate your body's metabolism, causing unintentional weight loss and a rapid or irregular heartbeat.

]]> 2021-11-02 19:05:13 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862606149 Diabetes Mellitus Type I k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862608937 A chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin.
It typically appears in adolescence.
Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision.
Treatment aims at maintaining normal blood sugar levels through regular monitoring, insulin therapy, diet, and exercise.


]]> 2021-11-02 19:06:31 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862608937 Diabetes Mellitus Type II k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862612948 A chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose).
With type 2 diabetes, the body either doesn't produce enough insulin, or it resists insulin.
Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, hunger, fatigue, and blurred vision. In some cases, there may be no symptoms.
Treatments include diet, exercise, medication, and insulin therapy.
]]> 2021-11-02 19:08:27 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862612948 PCOS k1401711 https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862614767 Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a condition in which the ovaries produce an abnormal amount of androgens, male sex hormones that are usually present in women in small amounts. The name polycystic ovary syndrome describes the numerous small cysts (fluid-filled sacs) that form in the ovaries. ]]> 2021-11-02 19:09:23 UTC https://padlet.com/k1401711/pn24udyze4sf3ycx/wish/1862614767