Match the following abnormal pathologic conditions with their descriptions.

-Overactivity of the thyroid gland (thyrotoxicosis)
A)Addison disease
B)adrenal virilism
C)cretinism
D)Cushing syndrome
E)hyperparathyroidism
F)hypoparathyroidism
G)hyperthyroidism
H)myxedema
I)pheochromocytoma
J)thyroid carcinoma

Question

Match the following abnormal pathologic conditions with their descriptions.

-Overactivity of the thyroid gland (thyrotoxicosis)
A)Addison disease
B)adrenal virilism
C)cretinism
D)Cushing syndrome
E)hyperparathyroidism
F)hypoparathyroidism
G)hyperthyroidism
H)myxedema
I)pheochromocytoma
J)thyroid carcinoma

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hyperthyroidism is overactivity of the thyroid gland.

Answer: B 
 Adrenal virilism is excessive secretion of androgens by the adrenal gland.

Answer: C 
 Cretinism is a congenital hypothyroidism, resulting in stunted growth and mental retardation.

Answer: D 
 Cushing syndrome is a disorder of excessive cortisol secretion by the adrenal gland.

Answer: E 
 Hyperparathyroidism is an overactive parathyroid gland, resulting in excess calcium in the blood.

Answer: F 
 Hypoparathyroidism is an underactive parathyroid gland, resulting in low calcium levels in the blood.

Answer: H 
 Myxedema is severe hypothyroidism.

Answer: I 
 Pheochromocytoma is a tumor of the adrenal medulla, resulting in excess secretion of catecholamines.

Answer: J 
 Thyroid carcinoma is cancer of the thyroid gland.

Answer: A 
 Addison disease is a disorder of adrenal insufficiency.

Match the Following Abnormal Pathologic Conditions with Their Descriptions