Endocrinology — Flashcards

In treating SIADH, _____ is indicated for severe symptoms, whereas fluid restriction is the first-line management for mild symptoms.

Thyroid, Pituitary, & Adrenal _____ may be used to treat acromegaly and gigantism if symptoms persist after trans-sphenoidal resection

Congenital adrenal hyperplasia is a result of decreased levels of _____, causing increased ACTH secretion via negative feedback

In Cushing syndrome due to a primary adrenal adenoma or carcinoma, the state of the contralateral (uninvolved) adrenal gland is _____.

Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism presents with _____ testosterone/estrogen and decreased LH

SIADH is characterized by _____ (volume) hyponatremia (Na+ level) with continued urinary Na+ excretion

The _____ phenomenon describes thyrotoxicosis (hyperthyroidism) in a patient with iodine deficiency who is made iodine replete

One clinical feature of Cushing syndrome is _____, which is a result of an upregulation of alpha1-adrenergic receptors, causing increased sensitivity of blood vessels to catecholamines

Polycystic ovarian syndrome is associated with _____, which may cause type II diabetes mellitus 10-15 years later

MEN _____ is also called as Sipple syndrome