Metabolic and Endocrine Disorders
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The Endocrine System.[edit | edit source]
Endocrine and metabolic diseases span a vast range of conditions. The endocrine system works via chemical messages (hormones) secreted from glands directly into the circulatory system to regulate the function of distant target organ. A negative feedback loop works to maintain the release of these hormones and so maintain homeostasis ie the state of steady conditions vital for life.[1]
The diagram on the right shows the glands of the endocrine system:Pineal gland; Thalamus; Pituitary gland;Thyroid: Adrenal glands: Pancreas: Uterus: Ovaries: Testes.
The endocrine system involves many organ systems and hormones, many of which are still being investigated.[3]
Endocrine Disorders- pathological process[edit | edit source]
A mal function in the endocrine systems (either the glands, hormones, receptors or organs impacted by hormones) can cause an endocrine disorder. The various dysfunctions can cause wide-ranging effects on the body. A metabolic disorders occurs when an improper level of a hormones alters the body’s metabolism and affect its function (diabetes is an example).
Clinical Presentation[edit | edit source]
Due to the complex and interconnected nature of the endocrine system, a wide range of conditions with distinct clinical presentations, can result in endocrine disorders, including:
- Addison's Disease
- Cushing's Syndrome
- Diabetes
- Gout
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis
- Paget's Disease
Diagnostic Procedures[edit | edit source]
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Outcome Measures[edit | edit source]
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Management / Interventions[edit | edit source]
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Differential Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
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References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Wikipedia. Endocrine system. Available from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Endocrine_system (last accessed 6.4.2019)
- ↑ Cool facts. How does endocrine system works. Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IAXv8Kxt4QU&app=desktop (last accessed 6.4.2019)
- ↑ Better Health. Endocrine system. Available from: https://www.betterhealth.vic.gov.au/health/conditionsandtreatments/hormonal-endocrine-system (last accessed 6.4.2019)
- ↑ Krislynn314. Diseases and conditions of the endocrine system. Available from: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sz8_OGqu0sM (last accessed 7.4.2019)
