Chapter 7.13 & 7.14 | Endocrine & Reproductive System

Pituitary Gland

Also referred to as the “master gland” because it produces many hormones that affect other glands.

Diabetes Insipidus

Caused by decreased secretion of vasopressin.

True/False: Mental development is usually normal for a person with Dwarfism.

True

Thyroid Gland

Located in the front of the throat.

Goiter

An enlargement of the thyroid gland.

Hyperparathyroidism

Results in hyperthyroidism which leads to renal calculi.

True/False: Adrenal glands are frequently called the suprarenal glands.

True

True/False: Cushing’s syndrome includes hypertension, muscle weakness, “moon” face, and obesity.

True

Ovaries

Produces hormones for secondary sexual characteristics.

True/False: Testosterone is for female characteristics.

False, they’re for male characteristics.

Diabetes Mellitus

Treatment involves diet, exercise, hypoglycemic drugs, and insulin.

True/False: Type II frequents in obese adults.

True

Placenta

A temporary endocrine gland produced during pregnancy.

Scrotum

Lower temperature essential for sperm.

Vas Deferens

Receives and stores the sperm and fluid from the epididymis. The tubes can be cut for sterility.

Urethra

Carries urine from the bladder & semen from the reproductive system.

Ovulation

Release of ovum from follicle on the ovary.

Testicular cancer

Can occur at any time. It is recommended that a monthly examination is done as soon as a person turns fifteen.

Fimbrae

Fingerlike projections found at the end of the fallopian tubes that move the ovum.

Fundus

The top section of the uterus that provides attachment of the fallopian tubes.

Endometrium

Deteriorates and causes bleeding.

True/False: The bottom section of the uterus attaches the vagina to the cervix.

True

Perineum

The area between the vagina and anus.

True/False: Breast self examinations should be performed monthly at the end of the month or after one’s menstrual cycle.

True

True/False: Mammograms/ultrasounds detect tumors/masses up to 2 years before they’re felt.

True

True/False: If a sexually transmitted infection (STI) is not treated, it can cause serious conditions like sterility or death.

True.

True/False: Silver nitrate or antibiotics placed on the eyes of a newborn can prevent syphilis.

True

Gonorrhea

Involves green-yellow discharge, burning sensation during urination, sore throat, and swollen glands.