Endocrine System Disorders
Across
- 4. enlargement of the adrenal gland
- 8. when the adrenal gland releases too little of the hormone
- 10. enlargement of the arms, legs, and head caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary
- 11. enlargement of the thyroid gland
- 12. when the pancreas doesn't make enough insulin
- 14. deficiency of antidiuretic hormone from the pituitary, resulting in excess urination and thirst
- 15. temporary form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy
Down
- 1. when an autoimmune response damages the adrenal glands
- 2. thyroid hormone levels are too low, causes slow metabolism and nervous system function
- 3. occurs when the body doesn't use insulin well or doesn't make enough
- 5. thyroid hormone levels are too high, causes fast metabolism and nervous system function
- 6. excessive body growth caused by overproduction of growth hormone by the pituitary gland
- 7. usually diagnosed in childhood, occurs when the body accidently attacks itself and stops making insulin
- 9. occurs when blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be considered diabetes
- 13. protruding or bulging eyes as a result of a thyroid thyroid disorder