Dyslipidemia Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) (lousy) Increased LDL correlates with an increased risk of heart disease. High-density lipoprotein (HDL) (happy) Increased HDL correlates with a decreased risk of heart disease. Triglycerides An increase in triglycerides is … [Read more...]
S2 E036 DM2
DM Type 2 Patients usually produce less than normal amounts of insulin AND have an insensitivity to insulin. Risk factors Age < 45 Overweight or obesity Sedentary lifestyle Family history of diabetes mellitus History of impaired glucose regulation Gestational … [Read more...]
S2 E035 Diabetes Type 1
Diabetes Insulin Produced in the pancreas by specialized cells called islet cells. They make up 1–2% of the mass of the pancreas but yes 10–15%of the blood supply to it. Islet means small island Increases cellular uptake of glucose A MAJOR anabolic hormone DM Type 1 When … [Read more...]
S2 E034 Addison’s disease
Addison’s Disease Addison’s = Primary adrenocortical insufficiency More frequently in women than in men. Causes Autoimmune problem is 80% of the cause. TB Genetic disorders Removal of adrenals Adrenal infarct Etc. Clinical findings Sparse … [Read more...]
S2 E033 Cushing’s Syndrome
The Hypothalamic, Pituitary Adrenal Axis In response to low serum cortisol or stress the hypothalamus secretes corticotropin releasing factor (CRF). In response to CRF the pituitary releases adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). In response to ACTH the adrenal glands secrete cortisol … [Read more...]
