Match the terms with their correct meanings.
-Group of symptoms produced by excess of cortisol from the adrenal cortex
A)acromegaly
B)Addison disease
C)cretinism
D)Cushing syndrome
E)diabetes insipidus
F)diabetes mellitus
G)exophthalmos
H)glucose tolerance test
I)goiter
J)hirsutism
K)ketoacidosis
L)myxedema
M)pheochromocytoma
N)radioimmunoassay
O)tetany
P)thyroid carcinoma
Q)thyroid scan
R)thyrotoxicosis

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Cushing syndrome is a group of symptoms produced by excess of cortisol from the adrenal cortex.

Answer: B
 Addison disease is a disorder in which the adrenal glands don't produce enough hormones.

Answer: L
 Myxedema is a condition that results from an underactive thyroid gland, leading to decreased thyroid hormone levels in the blood.

Answer: J
 Hirsutism is a condition in women where excessive hair growth occurs, typically in a male-pattern distribution, such as the face, chest, and back.

Answer: F
 Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar levels due to insulin deficiency or insulin resistance.

Answer: K
 Ketoacidosis is a metabolic state that occurs when the body is producing excessive amounts of ketones, typically seen in uncontrolled diabetes.

Answer: O
 Tetany is a condition characterized by involuntary muscle contractions and spasms due to low calcium levels in the blood.

Answer: M
 Pheochromocytoma is a rare tumor that develops in the adrenal gland and can lead to the production of excess catecholamines, causing symptoms such as hypertension and anxiety.

Answer: Q
 Thyroid scan is a specialized imaging technique used to evaluate the structure and function of the thyroid gland.

Answer: R
 Thyrotoxicosis is a condition caused by excessive thyroid hormone production, resulting in symptoms such as weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and heat intolerance.

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