Match the following abnormal pathologic conditions with their descriptions.

-Group of signs and symptoms produced by excess cortisol from the adrenal cortex
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.

-Group of signs and symptoms produced by excess cortisol from the adrenal cortex
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

The group of signs and symptoms produced by excess cortisol from the adrenal cortex is characteristic of Cushing syndrome.

Answer: B
 Adrenal virilism refers to the abnormal production of androgens (male sex hormones) by the adrenal cortex, leading to virilization (development of male secondary sexual characteristics) in females.

Answer: F
 Hypoparathyroidism refers to decreased production or action of parathyroid hormone, leading to low calcium levels and resulting symptoms.

Answer: G
 Hyperthyroidism is an abnormal condition characterized by excessive production and secretion of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland.

Answer: H
 Myxedema is a term used to describe advanced hypothyroidism, characterized by swelling of the skin and other tissues due to the accumulation of mucopolysaccharides.

Answer: I
 Pheochromocytoma is a rare tumor of the adrenal gland that secretes excessive amounts of catecholamines (epinephrine and norepinephrine), leading to symptoms such as hypertension, headache, and palpitations.

Note: The remaining conditions in the list (A, C, E, J) do not match the given descriptions.

Match the Following Abnormal Pathologic Conditions with Their Descriptions