patho2

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering key medical conditions and hormonal imbalances to aid in study and review.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

A group of disorders that cause chronic inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract.

Hepatitis

An inflammation of the liver often caused by viral infection, alcohol use, or other factors.

Pancreatitis

Inflammation of the pancreas, which can be acute or chronic.

Metabolic Disturbances

Disruptions in the normal metabolism of the body, affecting energy balance and function.

Gastritis

An inflammation of the stomach lining, often causing pain or discomfort.

GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)

A chronic digestive condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus.

Diverticular Disease

A condition involving the formation of pouches in the colon, which can become inflamed.

Fecal Incontinence

The inability to control bowel movements, leading to involuntary loss of stool.

Urinary Incontinence

The involuntary loss of urine, which can be due to various causes.

Cholelithiasis

The formation of gallstones in the gallbladder.

Polycystic Kidney Disease

A genetic disorder characterized by the growth of numerous cysts in the kidneys.

Chronic Renal Failure

A gradual loss of kidney function over time.

Nephrolithiasis

The condition of having kidney stones.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

An infection in any part of the urinary system, most commonly the bladder.

Pyelonephritis

A type of urinary tract infection that affects the kidneys.

Diabetes Mellitus Type I

An autoimmune condition where the body does not produce insulin.

Diabetes Mellitus Type II

A metabolic disorder characterized by insulin resistance or deficiency.

Adrenal Gland Infections

Infections impacting the adrenal glands, potentially affecting hormone production.

Thyroid Gland

A gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating metabolism.

Parathyroid Gland

Glands that help regulate calcium levels in the blood and bone metabolism.

Hormone Imbalance

A condition where there is too much or too little of a hormone in the body.

Growth Hormone Imbalance

An imbalance of growth hormone can affect growth and metabolism.

Antidiuretic Hormone Imbalance

A condition where the levels of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) are either too high or too low, affecting water balance.