Bell Ringer: 1.What region of the brain controls the Pituitary Gland? 2.What is the “boss” of the Endocrine system? 3.What is the function of the Pituitary Gland? 4.What are the “broadcasters”? 5.What do the “broadcasters”release into the bloodstream? Hypothalamus Pituitary Gland Regulates all other glands with hormones through the bloodstream Glands Hormones

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Endocrine System Quiz

Unit 10: Endocrine System Disorders

Hypothyroidism: “ Underactive” Unexplained weight gain or fatigue caused by low levels of Thyroid hormone

Osteoporosis: Brittle bones caused by low Estrogen. (menopause)

Cushing’s Syndrome: Upper body obesity, thin arms and legs. High blood pressure and thinning of skin caused by too much Cortisol

Addison’s Disease: Chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, anemia, skin discoloration caused by too little Cortisol.

Chronic Insomnia: Caused by lack of Melatonin -Inability to sleep

Acromegaly: Abnormal growth of the hands, feet, and face, caused by overproduction of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) Paul White “The Big Show”

Diabetes Types 1 & 2

Diabetes Type 1 (Juvenile Onset) Born with it Pancreas is attacked by Immune System and fails to produce Insulin which lowers blood glucose

Insulin must be taken regularly to control blood glucose levels Diabetes Type 1 (Juvenile Onset)

Most common type and usually preventable. Can be brought on by poor diet and lack of exercise. Body becomes overwhelmed with glucose levels (hyperglycemia) and can’t continue to produce the needed Insulin to lower the glucose levels. Diabetes Type 2

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