Endocrine System Disorders

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