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Alt in Hormone Fxn-NRSE 2016

Horizontales
Characterized by elevated ACTH levels with inadequate corticosteroid and mineralcorticoid synthesis
Also called syndrome X
Deficient production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland
Secretes oxytocin and vasopressin
Classified as Type I, Type II or gestational DM
A severe form of hypothyroidism that may be life-threatening without emergency medical treatment
Protrusion of the eyes; seen in hyperthyroidism
Verticales
Disorder of salt and water metabolism, marked by intense thirst and heavy urination
Term for increased thirst
Type I diabetes is caused by the destruction of these
Also called hypercortisolism
High ADH levels cause retention of excess free water, leading to hyponatremia and hypoosmolality
Most common cause of primary hypothyroidism in the U.S.
A pituitary tumor that secretes prolactin
Hyperfunction of the adrenal medulla is caused by this; a catacholeamine-producing tumor
Result of hypersecretion of growth hormone in adults; most commonly caused by a pituitary adenoma
An autoimmune process; the most common form of hyperthyroidism
Can lead to death in 48 hours without treatment; will see fever, tachycardia, sweating, psychosis
Term for increased hunger
Hypersecretion of growth hormone in children and adolescents