Addison’s disease is a rare disease, also called adrenal insufficiency. Named after Thomas Addison, Addison’s disease is “caused by partial or complete failure of the adrenal cortex, which is the outer layer of the adrenal glands” (HealthCentral). This disorder occurs when the body fails to produce sufficient amounts of the hormones cortisol, aldosterone, and adrenal androgens. These are essential to the body because they produce hormones that control many bodily functions. The inadequate production
Although Cushing’s syndrome is rare, some symptoms include: thin arms and legs, severe fatigue and muscle weakness, high blood pressure, high blood sugar (high blood glucose levels), easy bruising, upper body obesity (most commonly on the face), a round, red, or full face (moon face), acne or skin infections, purple marks (1/2 inch or more wide) on the skin of the abdomen, thighs, or breasts, and thin skin. Some symptoms vary by gender. Men can experience symptoms, such as decreased or no desire
Ever heard the saying laughter is the best medicine? In an article discussing research findings on the release of feel-good brain chemicals authors write, "When laughter is elicited, pain thresholds are significantly increased, whereas when subjects watched something that does not naturally elicit laughter, pain thresholds do not change and are often lower. These results can best be explained by the action of endorphins released by laughter" (Welsh). Endorphins are produced by the pituitary gland
Adrenal Glands Identification and description of organs which make up the endocrine system The human body comprises of organ systems which distinct but work together as a coordinated single unit (Marieb & Hoehn 1-35). This paper will single out the endocrine system because discussing the organ system in entirety is beyond the scope of this assignment. The adrenaline glands form part and parcel of the endocrine system, thus, the relevance of the topic. The endocrine glands comprise glands which
regions. During the cognitive challenge activation of the middle prefrontal cortex was eliminated and activation of Broca's area (right frontal operculum) was reduced. In a study conducted by A.M. Quetin, electrolyte levels, liver toxicity tests and blood sugar levels were shown to be