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articulation
place of uion between two or more bones; aka joint
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cancellous
spongy or porous structure, as found at the ends of long bones
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cruciate ligaments
- ligaments that cross each other forming an X within the notch between the femoral condyles
- help secure and stabilize the knee
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hematopoisis
production and development of blood cells, normally in the bone marrow
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rotation
moves a bone around its axis
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pronation
turns the palm down
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supination
turns the palm up
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inversion
moves the sole of the foot inward
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eversion
moves the sole of the foot outward
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dorsiflexion
elevates the foot
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plantar flexion
lowers the foot (points the toes)
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trochanter
- very large, irregularly shaped process found only on the femur
- nonarticulating surface
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sites of muscle and ligament attachment
tubercle and tuberosity
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tubercle
small, rounded process
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tuberosity
large, rounded process
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projections that form joints
condyle and head
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condyle
rounded, articulating knob
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head
prominent, rounded, articulating end of a bone
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sites for blood vessel, nerve and duct passage
foramen, fissure, meatus, sinus
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foramen
- rounded opening through nerves and a bone to accomodate blood vessels
- foramen of the skull through which cranial nerves pass
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fissure
- narrow, slitlike opening
- fissure of sphenoid bone
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meatus
- opening or passage into a bone
- external auditory meatus of the temporal bone
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sinus
- cavity or hollow space in a bone
- cavity of the frontal sinus containing a duct that carries secretions to the upper part of the nasal cavity
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connection between musculoskeletal system and blood, lymph, and immune
- muscle action pumps lymph through lymph vessels
- bone marrow provides a place for cells of the immune system to develop
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connection between musculoskeletal system and cardiovascular system
bone helps regulate blood calcium levels, important for heart function
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connection between musculoskeletal system and digestive system
- muscles plan an important role in swallowing and propelling food through the digestive tract
- muscles of the stomach mechanically break down food to prepare it for chemical digestion
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connection between musculoskeltal system and endocrine system
exercising skeletal muscles stimulates release of hormones to increase blood flow
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connection between musculoskeletal system and female reproductive system
- skeletal muscles are important in sexual activity and during delivery of the fetus
- bones provide a source of calcium during pregnancy and lactation if dietary intake is lacking or insufficient
- pelvis helps support the enlarged uterus during pregnancy
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connection between musculoskeletal system and genitourinary system
- skeletal muscles are important in sexual activity
- bones work in conjunction with the kidneys to help regulate blood calcium levels
- skeletal muscles help control urine elimination
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connection between musculoskeletal system and integumentary system
involuntary muscle contractions (shivering) help regulate body temp
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connection between musculoskeletal system and nervous system
bones protect the brain and spinal cord
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connection between musculoskeltal system and respiratory system
muscles and ribs work together in breathing process
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ankyl/o
stiffness; bent, crooked
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lamin/o
lamina (part of vertebral arch)
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myel/o
bone marrow; spinal cord
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ankylosis
- abnormal condition of stiffness
- results in immobility and stiffness of a joint. result of trauma, surgery, or disease (rhematoid arthritis)
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kyphosis
abnormal condition of a humpback posture
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laminectomy
- excision of the lamina
- usually performed to relieve compression of the spinal cord or to remove a lesion or herniated disk
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lordosis
abnormal condition of a swayback posture
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myelocyte
bone marrow cell
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orthopedist
specialist in treatment of musculoskeletal disorders
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osteoma
tumor composed of bone
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pedograph
- instrument for recording the foot
- records an imprint of the foot on paper and gait
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scoliosis
abnormal bending of the spine
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thoracodynia
pain in the chest
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acromi/o
acromion (projection of scapula)
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calcane/o
calcaneum (heel bone)
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carp/o
carpus (wrist bone)
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cervic/o
neck; cervix of uteri
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clavicul/o
clavicle (collar bone)
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femor/o
femur (thigh bone)
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fibul/o
fibula (smaller bone of lower leg)
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humer/o
humerus (upper arm bone)
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ili/o
ilium (lateral, flaring portion of hip bone)
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ischi/o
ischium (lower portion of hip bone)
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brachialgia
pain in the arm
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calcaneodynia
pain in the heel
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cervicodynia
pain in the neck; aka cervical neuralgia
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costectormy
excision of a rib
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craniotomy
incision of the cranium
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dactylitis
inflammation of fingers or toes
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fibulocalcaneal
pertaining to the fibula and calcaneus
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calcane
calcaneum (heel bone)
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humeroscapular
relating to the humerus and scapula
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iliopelvic
pertaining to the iliac area of the pelvis
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ischiodynia
pain in the ischium
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lumb/o
loins (lower back)
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radi/o
radius (lower arm bone); radiation
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spondyl/o
vertebrae (backbone)
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stern/o
sternum (breast bone)
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lymbodynia
- pain in lumbar region of back
- aka lumbago
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metacarpectomy
excision of the metacarpal bones
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metatarsalgia
pain in the metatarsus
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patellectomy
removal of the patella
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pelvimetry
- actof measuring the pelvis
- for obstetricial management
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phalangectomy
excision of the phalanges
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pubococcygeal
pertaining to the pubis and the coccyx
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spondylitis
inflammation of the vertebrae
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sternad
toward the sternum
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tibi/o
tibia (larger bone of lower leg)
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leimy/o
smooth muscle (visceral)
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rhabdomy/o
rod-shaped (striated) muscle
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fasci/o
bnad, fascia (fibrous membrane supporting and separating muscles)
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fibr/o
fiber, fibrous tissue
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synov/o
synovial membrane, synovial fluid
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asthenia
weakness, debility
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tibiofemoral
pertaining to the tibia and femur
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leimomyoma
tumor of the smooth muscle
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rhabdoid
resembling a rod
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rhabdomyoma
tumor composed of striated muscular tissue
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fascioplasty
surgical repair of fascia
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fibroma
tumor of fibrous tissue
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synovectomy
removal of a synovial membrane
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tenodesis
surgical binding or fixation of a tendon
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-desis
binding, fixation fo a bone or joint
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-clasia
to break; surgical fracture
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-scopy
visual examination
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myoblast
embryonic cell that develops into muscle
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osteoclasia
surgical fracture of a bone
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osteoclast
cell that breaks down bone
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arthrodesis
binding together of a joint
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epiphysis
growth upon end of a long bone
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arthroscopy
visual examination of a joint
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atrophy
without nourishment
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supracostal
pertaining to above the ribs
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syndactylism
condition of joined fingers or toes
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carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS)
painful condition resulting from compression of the median nerve within the corpal tunnel
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claudication
lameness, limping
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contracture
fibrosis of connective tissue in the skin, fascia, muscle, or joint capsule that prevents normal mobility of the related tissue or joint
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crepitation
dry, grating sound or sensation caused by bone ends rubbing together indicating a fracture or joint destruction
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electromyography
use of electrical stimulation to record the strength of a muscle contraction
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exacerbation
increase in severity of a disease or any of its symptoms
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ganglion cyst
- tumor of tendon sheath or joint capsule, commonly found in the wrist
- to treat, the cyst is aspirated and injected with an anti-inflammatory agent
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hemarthrosis
effusion of blood into a joint cavity
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hypotonia
loss of muscular tone or a diminished resistance to passive stretching
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multiple myeloma
primary malignant tumor that infiltrates the bone and red bone marrow
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osteophyte
bony outgrowth that occasionally develops on the vertebra and may exert pressure on the spinal cord aka bone spur
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rickets
form of osteomalacia in children caused by vit D deficiency; aka rachitis
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sequestrum
fragment of necrosed bone that has become separated from surrounding tissue
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spondyloisthesis
any slipping of a vertebra from its normal position in relationship to the one beneath it
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spondylosis
degneration fo the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae and related tissues
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sprain
tearing of ligament tissue that may be slight, moderate, or complete
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subluxation
partial or incomplete dislocation
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talipes equinovarus
congenital deformity of one or both feet in which the foot is pulled downward and laterally to the side; aka clubfoot
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arthrography
series of radiographs taken after injection of contrast material into a joint cavity, especially the knee or shoulder, to outline the contour of the joint
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bone density test
radiogrpahyic procedures that use low-energy x-ray absorption to measure bone mineral density (BMD)
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computed tomography
- imaging technique that uses an x-ray beam and a computer to make a series of cross-sectional images of a body part, which together make up a 3D view of the area scanned
- tissue abnormalities
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discography
radiological exam of the intevertebral disk structures by injecting a contrast medium
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lumbosacral spinal radiography
radiography of the 5 lumbar vertebrae and the fused sacral vertebrae, including anteroposterior, lateral, and oblique views of the lower spine
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scintigraphy
nuclear medicine procedure that visualizes various tissues and organs after administration of a radionuclide
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myelography
radiography of the spinal cord after injection of a contrast medium to identify and study spinal distortions caused by tumors, cysts, herniated intervertebral disks, or other lesions
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bone
scintigrpahy procedure in which radionuclide is injected intravenously and taken up into the bone
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reduction
procedure that restores a bone to its normal position
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closed reduction
procedure where fractured bones are realigned by manipulation rather than surgery
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open reduction
reduction procedure that treats bone fractures by placing the bones in their proper position using surgery
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traction
use of weights and pulleys to align or immobilize a fracture and facilitate the healing process
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arthrocentesis
puncture of a joint space using a needle to remove accumulated fluid
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arthroclasia
surgical breaking of an ankylosed joint to provide movement
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bursectomy
excision of bursa
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laminectomy
- excision of posterior arc of a vertebra
- usually performed to relieve symptoms of slipped disk
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revision surgery
surgery repeated to correct problems of a previously unsuccessful surgery or to replace worn out prothesis
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sequestrectomy
excision of a sequestrum (segment of necrosed bone)
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synovectomy
excision of a synovial membrane
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gold salts
- treat rehematoid arthritis by inhibitiing activity within the immune system
- contain actual gold in capsules. prevents further disease progression but cannot reverse past damage
- aurofin, aurothioglucose
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nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
- decrease pain and suppress inflammation
- ibuprofen, naproxen
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salicylates
- relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce inflammation
- aspirin, magnesium salicylate
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skeletal muscle relaxants
- relieve muscle spasms and stiffness
- due to ms, spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, and stroke
- cyclobenzaprine, methocarbamol and aspirin
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electrolytes
mineral salts (Na, K, Ca) that carry an electrical charge in solution
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glucagon
- hormone produced by pancreatic alpha cells that increases the blood glucose level by stimulating the liver to change stored glycogen to glucose
- opposes the action of insulin and is used to reverse hypoglycemic reacions in insulin shock
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sympathomimetic
- agent that mimics the effects of the sympathetic nervous system
- epinephrine and norepinephrine are sympathomimetic hormones because they produce effects that mimic those brought about by the sympathetic nervous system
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insulin
hormone produced by pancreatic beta cells that acts to remove sugar glucose from the blood by promoting its storage in tissues as carbohydrates (glycogen)
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adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH)
- target: adrenal cortex- promotes secretions of some hormones by adrenal cortex, exp. cortisol
- hyposecretion is rare
- hypersecretion causes Cushing syndrome
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follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
- target: ovaries-stimulates egg production, increases secretion of estrogen in women
- target: testes-stimulates sperm production
- hyposecretion causes failure of sexual maturation
- hypersecretion has no significant effects
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growth hormone (GH) aka somatotropin
- target: bone, cartiglate, liver, muscle and other tissues- stimulates somatic growth; increases use of fats for energy
- hyposecretion in children caues pituitary dwarfism
- hypersecretion in children causes gigantism; acromegaly in adults
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leutinizing hormone (LH)
- target: ovaries- promotes ovulation; stimulates production of estrogen and progesterone
- testes- in males, promotes secretion of testosterone
- hyposecretion causes failure of sexual maturation
- hypersecrection has no known significant effects
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Prolactin
- target: breast- in conjunction with other hormones, promotes lactation
- hyposecretion- poor lactation in nursing mothers
- hypersecretion in nursing mothers causes glactorrhea
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thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)
- thyroid gland- stimulates secretion of thyroid hormone
- hyposecretion in infants caues cretinism; in adults myxedema
- hypersecretion causes Graves disease, indicated by exophthalmos
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antidiuretic hormone (ADH)
- target: kidney- increases water reabsorption (water returns to blood)
- hyposecretion causes diabetis insipidus
- hypersecretion causes syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH)
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oxytocin
- target: uterus- stimulates uterine contractiopns; initiates labor
- target: breast- promotes milk secretion from mammary glands
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calcitonin
- regulates calcium levels in the blood in conjunction with parathyroid hormone
- secreted when clcium levels in the blood are high in order to maintain homeostasis
- most significant effects are exerted in childhood when bones are growing and changing
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thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3)
- increases energy production from all food types
- increases rate of protein synthesis
- hyposecretion in infants caues cretinism; hyposecretion in adults causes myxedema
- hypersecretion caues Graves disease, indicated by exopthalmos
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parathyroid hormone (PTH)
- target: bones- increases the reabsorption of calcium and phosphate from bone to blood
- kidneys- increases calcium absorption and phosphate excretion
- small intestine- increases absorption of calcium and phosphate
- hyposecretion causes tetany
- hypersecretion causes osteitis fibrosa cystica
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glucocortoicoids (mainly cortisol)
- body cells- promote gluconeogenesis; regulate metabolism of carbs, proteins, fats; helps depress inflammatory and immune responses
- hyposecretion causes Addison disease
- hypersecretion causes Cushing syndrome
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sex hormones produced by ovaries, testes, and adrenal cortex
- in females responsible for female libido and source of estrogen after menopause (otherwise effects are insignificant)
- hypersecretion of adrenal androgen in females leads to virilism (development of feminine characteristics)
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epinephrine and norepinephrine
- sympathetic nervous system target organs- homrone effects mimic sympathetic nervous system activation (sympathomimetic), increase metabolic rate and heart rate, and raise blood pressure by promoting vasoconstriction
- hypersecretion causes prolonged "fight or flight" reaction and hypertension
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glucagon
- hormone
- liver and blood- raises blood glucose level by accelerating conversion of glycogen into glucose in the liver (glycogenolysis) and other nutrients into glucose in the liver (gluconeogenesis) and releasing glucose into blood (glycogen to glucose)
- persistently low blood glucose levels may caused by deficiency in glucagon
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insulin
- hormone
- tissue cells- lowers blood glucose level by accelerating glucose transport into cells and the use of that glucose for energy production (glucose to glycogen)
- hyposecretion causes diabetis melitus
- hypersecretion causes hyperinsulinism
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connection between endocrine system and blood, lymph, and immune
- hormones from the thymus stimulate lymphocyte production
- glucocorticoids depress the immune response and inflammation
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cardiovascular and endocrine system
- hormones influence heart rate, contraction strength, blood volume and blood pressure
- estrogen helps maintain vascular health in women
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digestive and endocrine system
- hormones help control digestive system activity
- horomones influence motility and glandular activity of the digestive tract, gallbladder secretion, and secretion of enzymes from the pancreas
- insulin and glucagon adjust glucose metabolism in the liver
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female reproductive
- hormones play a major role in the development and funtion of the reproductive organs
- hormones influence the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, parturtion, and lactation
- sex hormones play a major role in the development of secondary sex characteristics
- hormone oxytocin triggers contraction of the pregnant uterus and then later stimulates the relase of breast milk
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genitourinary and endocrine system
- hormones play a major role in the development and function of the reproductive organs
- hormones play a role in sexual development, sex drive, and gamete production
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integumentary and endocrine system
- hormones regulate activity of the sebacious glands, distribution of subcutaneous tissue and growth of hair
- hormones stimulate melanocytes to produce skin pigment
- estrogen increases skin hydration
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musculoskeltal and endocrine system
- hormone secretions influence blood flow to muscles during exercise
- hormones influence muscle metabolism, mass, and strength
- hormones from the pituitary and thyroid glands and the gonads stimulate bone growth
- hormones govern blood calcium balance
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nervous and endocrine systems
several hormones play an imporant role in normal maturation and function of nervous system
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respiratory and endocrine system
- hormones stimulate red blood cell production when the body experiences a decreasein oxygen
- epinephrine influences ventilation by dilating the bronchioles; epinephrine and thyroxine stimulate cell respiration
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adrenalectomy
excision of one or both adrenal glands
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glycosuria
abnormal amount of glucose in the urine
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kalemia
potassium in the blood
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pancreatotomy
incision of the pancreas
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parathyroidectomy
excision of the parathyroid glands
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thymoma
tumor of the thymus gland
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toxicologist
specialist in the study of poisons
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polydipsia
excessive thirst
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androgen
any steroid hormone that increases masculinization
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thyrotoxic
pertaining to toxic activity of the thyroid gland
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glycosuria
glucose in the urine
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euthyroid
resembling a normal thyroid gland
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symptoms of type I diabetis
- c- constant urination
- a-abnormal thirst (polydipsia)
- u-unusual hunger (polyphagia)
- t-the rapid loss of weight
- i-irritablity
- o-obvious weakness and fatigue
- n- nausea and vomiting
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symptoms of type II diabetes
- d-drowsiness
- i-itching
- a-a family history of diabetes
- b-blurred vision
- e-excessive weight
- t-tingling, numbness, and pain in the extremeties
- e-easily fatigued
- s-skin infections and slow healing of cuts and scratches, exp. of feet
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glucagon
hormone secreted by pancreatic alpha cells
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glycosuria
presence of glucose in the urine or abnormal amount of sugar in the urine
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Graves disease
multisystem autoimmune disorder characterized by pronounced hyperthyroidism usually assoiated with enlarged thyroid gland and exophthalmos
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hirsutism
excessive distribution of body hair, especially in women
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hypervolemia
- abnormal increase in volume of circulating fluid in the body
- results from retention of large amounts of sodium and water by kidneys
- weight gain, edema, dyspnea, tachycardia, pulmonary congestion
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insulinoma
tumor of the islets of Langerhans of the pancreas
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panhypopituitarism
total pituitary impairment that brings about a progressive and general loss of hormonal actiity
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thyroid storm
crisis of uncontrolled hyperthyroidism caused by the release into the blood stream of increased amount of thyroid hormone
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virile
masculine or having characteristics of a man
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virilism
masculinization in a woman or development of male secondary sex characteristics in a woman
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exophthalmometry
test that measures the degree of forward displacement of the eyeball as seen in Graves disease
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glucose tolerance test (GTT)
measures body's ability to metabolize carbs by administering a standard dose of glucose and measuring glucose levels inthe blood and urine at regular intervals
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insulin tolerance test
determines insulin levels in serum by administering insulin and measuring blood glucose levels in blood at regular intervals
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protein-bound iodine (PBI)
- test that measures teh concentration of thyroxine in a blood sample
- gives an index of thyroid activity
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thyroid function test (TFT)
detects an increase or decrease in thyroid function
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total calcium
- measures clcium to detect bone and parathyroid disorders
- hypercalcemia can indicate primary hyperparathyroidism; hypocalcemia can indicate hypoparathyroidism
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radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU)
- administraction of radioactive iodine as a tracer to test how quickly the thyroid gland takes up iodine from the blood
- results can determine thyroid function
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thyroid scan
- injection of radioactive substance, scanner detects radioactivity and visualizes the thyroid gland
- identify pathological formations such as nodules and tumors
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microneurosurgery of the pituitary gland
microdissection of a tumor using a binocular surgical microscope for magnification
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thymectomy
excision of the thymus gland
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pinealectomy
removal of the pineal body
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throidectomy
- excision of thyroid gland
- for goiters
- partial- removing fibrous nodular thyroid
- subtotal- removal of most of the thyroid to relieve hyperthyroidism
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antidiuretics
- vasopressin
- Pitressin, Pressyn
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antithyroids
- treat hyperthyroidism by impeding formation of T3 and T4
- in prep for thyroidectomy and thyrotoxic crisis
- methimazole (Tapazole) and strong iodine solution (Lugol's solution)
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corticosteroids
- replace hormones lost in adrenal insufficiency (addison's disease)
- widely used to supress inflammation, conrol allergic reactions, reduce rejection in trasnplantation, and treat some cancer
- cortisone (Cotrisone acetate), hydrocortisone
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growth hormone replacements
- increase skeletal growth in children and growth hormone deficiencies in adults
- increase spinal bone density and help manage groth failure in children
- somatropin (recombinant)
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insulins
- lower blood glucose by promoting its entrance into body cells and converting glucose to glycogen
- regular insulin or NPH insulin
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oral antidiabetics
- treat type 2 diabetes mellitus by stimulating pancreas to produce more insulin and decrease peripheral resistance to insulin
- are not insulin and not used intreating type 1 diabetis mellitus
- glipizide, glyburide
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thyroid supplements
- replace or supplement thyroid hormones
- levothyroxine, liothyronine
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