Application questions: Endocrine System
4) Laura, a middle-aged woman comes to the clinic and explains that she is troubled by excessive urine output and consequent thirst. What 2 hormones might be causing the problem?
ADH and Diabetes
8) John has a disease whose symptoms include: inability to maintain glucose levels between meals, sodium levels drop, potassium levels increase, weight loss and muscular weakness. These are symptoms of
Addison's disease (deficiency of mineralcorticoids and glucocorticoids)
6) A patient shows the following symptoms: nervousness, heart palpitations, and excessive sweating, hyperglycemia and hypertension. What hormones are being secreted? Do you think they are related to thyroid problems? Give reasons
Caused by catacholamines, not related to thyroid problems as hypersecretion of TH promotes increased uptake of glucose by tissues for oxidation via aerobic respiration.
2) Jenna is late for work and is rushing to get out the door. Her commute to work is slow due to rush hour traffic and she begins to become anxious and upset. As she is attempting to park, someone hits her car and she becomes angry. What specific hormones are released during this "emergency"?
E, NE, Cortisol
3) A patient has been complaining of severe lower back pains. He seems weak and shows abnormal reflexes. Kidney stones are diagnosed. What abnormality is causing this problem?
Hyperparathyroidism
7) A patient has been taking a glucocorticoid at pharmacological levels for 2 months. He isn't feeling well, complains of repeated cold and is puffy (edematous). Explain his symptoms.
Long term use of Cortisol or high concentrations suppress the immune system and produces anti-inflammatory effects.
5) Stephen is taking a new weight loss supplement that is known to not only decrease the amount of adipose connective tissue but to also decrease glycogen stores in the liver and causes breakdown of muscle protein. What substance in the weight loss supplement is responsible for these changes?
cortisol
1) George is a 43-year-old construction worker who has developed a swelling in his neck that is painful and continues to grow. He visited the doctor and confided to his clinician that he has also lost weight and has become very hyperactive. What gland does the clinician suspect is functioning abnormally?
thyroid
