Medical Terminology Endocrine Flashcard #2

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What is cretinism?

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A condition of severely stunted growth due to thyroid hormone deficiency

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What characterizes diabetes mellitus?

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Hyperglycemia from insulin defects

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What is diabetic retinopathy?

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Damage to blood vessels in the retina due to diabetes

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What does DM stand for?

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Diabetes mellitus

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What role do electrolytes play in the body?

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Maintain fluid balance

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What do endocrine glands do?

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Secrete hormones

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What is the function of exocrine glands?

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Release substances like sweat and saliva

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What is exophthalmos?

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Protrusion of one or both eyes

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What is FBS?

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Fasting blood sugar

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What is gestational diabetes mellitus?

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Diabetes during pregnancy