| Endocrine Disorders Causes | Signs and symptoms | Diabetes |
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What is Diabetes Insipidus
Disorder caused by deficiency of ADH
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What is Cushing syndrome
Buffalo hump, moon-shaped face, weight gain
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What is glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1C)
Lab test used to monitor diabetes control over 2-3 months
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What is acromegaly
Excess of growth hormone that affects adults
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What is Addison disease
Hypotension, bronze appearance
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What is Kussmaul respirations
Deep, sighing respiratory pattern caused by DKA is called
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What is hyperthyroidism
Excessive amounts of thyroid hormone
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What is hyperthyroidism
Weight loss, tremor, exophthalmos
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What is BG control
Best way to prevent or delay kidney disease for diabetic patients
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What is accidental removal of parathyroid glands during thyroidectomy
Most common cause of hypoparathyroidism
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What is hypothyroidism
Lethargy, weight gain, feeling cold
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What is 70
Hypoglycemia is a BG level below what level?
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What is Cushing syndrome
Caused by exposure to excess cortisol
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What is acromegaly
Enlarged hands & feet, headaches, dysphagia
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What is polydipsia, polyuria, and polyphagia
What are the 3 classic symptoms of diabetes (3 Ps)?
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