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Endocrine System

The endocrine system is made up of glands which control and coordinate body functions and maintain homeostasis inside the body.

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What is the difference between anorexia and thyroid disorders?

== == The main difference in these two diseases is that anorexia is strictly a mental disorder that damages the body through starvation. Thyroid disorders are genetic in nature and are physical ailments.

The gland that controls the fight or flight reaction?

adreno-cortical. in sync with most systems in your body especially neurological and vasculature. the threshold to whether the fight or flight response is induced is regulated by the brain and perception of a threat. if the a threat is perceived to be real or serious enough to cause the F O F response the kidney release epinephrine, aka adrenaline and the most body system become involved and then you either fight or run based on your brains decision multiple systems are involved along the way

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When the hypothalamus tells the sympathetic nervous system to kick into gear, the overall effect is that the body speeds up, tenses up and becomes generally very ale

What organ system is the thyroid gland in?

The thyroid gland is under the command of of your pituitary gland, which is part of your endocrine system

Why would you feel a rush of adrenaline for no apparent reason?

Anxiety can cause you to get random adrenaline rushes that seem to appear for no reason.

There is also a type of tumor called a pheochromocytoma that causes the periodic secreation of adrenaline. A physician can evaluate the condition and determine the correct diagnosis.

What is an endocrine disorder of the thyroid gland that affects adults?

There are many disorders that may affect thyroid hormones in adults. The most common are:

  • Hashimoto's disease
  • Graves' disease
  • Thyroid nodules
  • Thyroid cancer

Does Thymosin stimulates the secretions of the thymus?

False - They stimulate maturation of T lymphocytes after they leave the thymus and migrate to other lymphatic tissue.

The pineal gland produces?

The pineal gland is an endocrine gland located in the center of the brain (of vertebrate animals). It resembles a pine cone, which is the origin of its name. This gland produces serotonin and derivative melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone that regulates sleep patterns.

Can you take t5 with thyroid medication?

No.

T5 is deceptinvely named as it is not natural and has nothign to do with the thyroid. It is composed of different stimulants. Besides, being dangerous for people on thyroid medications and those with certain medical conditions, it is also expensive for what you are getting. It is basically high priced coffe eand cold medication.

What is the chemical product of an endocrine gland?

The chemical product of an endocrine gland is called a hormone. These cause changes in the body. Different glands will produce different hormones for different purposes. For example, the adrenal glands will produce adrenaline (fight or flight hormone), the pituitary gland will produce testosterone and oestrogen (puberty hormones) and the hypothalamus in the brain will produce many hormones that regulate bodily functions such as breathing, heart-beat, body temperature etc.

How the endocrine system and nervous system work together?

there is this gland called pituitary gland that is considered to be the master of all glands in the body. in fact, this gland is either a part of the nervous or the endocrine system because the pituitary is connected just below the hypothalamus. the nervous and the endocrine system work together by regulating body processes. the nervous system does this by sending out electrical impulses while the endocrine by sending out hormones in the blood.

What hormones do boys have?

your penis will grow eg; Before Between After

C===3 C=====3 C=======3

and when u get old enough SEX (|) ~C=======3

(|) = vagina

~ = sperm

C===3 small dick( Asian )

C=====3 medium dick (White )

C=======3 large dick (Black)

C=========3 massive dick (me)

List 2 endocrine glands present in brain?

The ones I know about are:

1. Pineal Gland also known as Pineal Body or Epiphysis Celebri

2. Pituitary Gland

What is underactive thyroid gland?

Under active thyroid is hypothyroidism.

The symptoms are dry skin, hair loss, fatigue, constipation, weight gain, loss of appetite, cold and heat intolerance, cold hands and feet, edema of face and fingers and feet, muscle weakness, muscle stiffness, muscle cramps, myalgias, headache, depression, anxiety, irritability, and moodiness. Those are most commonly seen and there are lots more. Hypothyroid disease effects every system in the body.

Clinical signs are low heart rate, low or high blood pressure, high cholesterol and/or triglycerides, and low body temperature.

How does the thyroid work with the endocrine system?

The Endocrine system consists of the glands such as the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, the adrenal glands, and the testes and the ovaries, which all secrete hormones. The thyroid gland does not work with the endocrine system, this system is simply a title of the glands named above.

A common result of hyperthyroidism is?

Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormones. The result are symptoms such as fast heart rate, anxiety, significant weight loss, hair loss, loose bowel movements, muscle weakness, smooth skin, irregular menstrual cycles, and increased miscarriages.

Can you lay down after taking a thyroid pill?

All thyroid supplements have directions for taking them, however most tell patients to take their supplement at least one hour before, or two hours after a meal or drink other than water, to allow for maximum absorption and effectiveness.

Can hyperthyroidism cause lymphadenopathy?

No. But it can coexist with a swelling of the thyroid which may superficially look a bit like lymphadenopathy.

What is bartholin gland?

this is an eponym for the greater vestibular glands(vulvovaginal glands). therse glands are homologous to bulbourethral glands of Cowper in males.

in females it is located in the superficial perineal pouch deep to bulbs of vestibule. duct of each gland (2cm long) opens at the side of hymen.

the inflammation of these glands leads to Bartholin cyst.