Respiratory
What immunoglbulin causes allergic rhnitits
Allergic rhinitis is primarily caused by Immunoglobulin E (IgE). Upon exposure to allergens, such as pollen or pet dander, the body produces specific IgE antibodies that bind to mast cells and basophils, triggering the release of inflammatory mediators like histamine.
Cholelithiasis
Cholelithiasis refers to the formation of hardened deposits (gallstones) in the gallbladder, often causing no symptoms until they obstruct bile ducts.
What gland secretes epinephrine and norepinephrine
adrenal
What is the master gland
Pituitary
Does hypercapnia or hypocapnia cause acidosis
hypercapnia
Symptoms of GERD
Mild episodes may be described as heartburn by the patient.
Blood in sputum caused by esophageal bleeding
A coughing spell and wheezing caused by irritation to the oropharynx or respiratory tree may follow.
Tooth enamel may become eroded, leading to caries
What is Addison's disease
Hypoadrenalism
Undersecretion of hormones by the adrenal cortex
Acromegaly what is it
Acromegaly is the result of hypersecretion of GH in adulthood
What is the Mantoux test
An intradermal test to test for TB
[...] is the condition in which an organ protrudes through an abnormal opening in the abdominal wall.
Abdominal hernia is the condition in which an organ protrudes through an abnormal opening in the abdominal wall.
Hyperparathyroidism [...] the breakdown of bone from the skeletal system ([...]), which results in excessive calcium in blood (hypercalcemia)
increases
[...] (chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis) is a chronic disease of the immune system that attacks the thyroid gland causing [...]
Hashimoto's thyroiditis
Hypothyroidism
What is paradoxical breathing and when and why does it happen?
[...]
This happends in flail chest a condition of instability in the chest wall caused by multiple rib fractures; the sternum also may be fractured.
The segment of the chest involved moves inward during inspiration and outward during expiration
A [...] is a defect in the diaphragm that causes a segment of the stomach to slide into the thoracic cavity.
A hiatal hernia is a defect in the diaphragm that causes a segment of the stomach to slide into the thoracic cavity.
The anterior lobe of the pituitary (adenohypophysis) produces what kind of hormones
The anterior lobe of the pituitary (adenohypophysis) produces six primary tropic and growth-related peptide hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and reproduction
What does PTH do
Raises the level of circulating calcium by supporting the breakdown of bones
What is cystic fibrosis and is it dominant or recessive
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a genetic, life-shortening disorder caused by mutations in the CFTR gene, which causes thick, sticky mucus to accumulate in the lungs, pancreas, and other organs, causing severe respiratory and digestive issues. It is an autosomal recessive disease
Similar to symptoms of peptic ulcers, the main cause of [...] is inflammation associated with H. pylori.
Gastritis
Diabetes insipidus is a deficiency in the release of [...] by the [...]
Posterior pituitary gland
[...] is a congenital hypothyroidism developing in infancy or early childhood.
cretinism