Free Endocrine Disorders Question and Answers

Question 1

The following signs and symptoms of Cushing's syndrome, with the exception of:

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Hair loss

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Hypertension and elevated blood glucose

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A protruding hump between the shoulders

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Severe fatigue and weakness

Question 2

Most typically, acromegaly is detected in:

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Middle-aged adults

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Newborns

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Adults age 65 and older

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Children ages 2 to 5

Question 3

Except for: All of the following individuals are at an elevated risk of acquiring Hashimoto's disease.

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Asian-Americans

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Persons with vitiligo

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Persons with Addison’s disease

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Persons with rheumatoid arthritis

Question 4

The following conditions are all signs of Grave's ophthalmopathy, with the exception of:

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Cataracts

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Dry, irritated eyes and puffy eyelids

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Light sensitivity

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Bulging eyeballs

Question 5

With the exception of: Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1, all of the following organs may be impacted:

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Kidneys

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Pituitary gland

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Parathyroid glands

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Pancreas and Duodenum

Question 6

Pregnancy-related hyperthyroidism without treatment can lead to all of the following, with the exception of:

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Autism

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Low birthweight

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Preeclampsia

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Premature birth and miscarriage

Question 7

Which therapy's utility as a heart disease preventative was questioned by a study of data from the Women's Health Initiative?

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Postmenopausal hormone replacement therapy

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Oral contraceptives

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Synthetic thyroid hormone

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Weight-loss drugs