(1) trauma to the saphenous veins that damages one or more valves, or
(2) gradual venous distention caused by the action of gravity on blood in
the legs Correct Answer-Causes of varicose veins
,condition in which venous circulation is inadequate due to partial vein
blockage or leakage of venous valves; primarily affects feet and ankles;
discoloration of the skin. Makes it difficult for blood to return to the
heart from the legs Correct Answer-chronic venous insufficiency/
venous insufficiency
Pituitary adenoma usually benign and slow growing. arise from the
anterior pituitary. Correct Answer-Hyperpituitarism
endocrine disorder. occurs when the pituitary gland produces an
excessive amount of growth hormone after the completion of puberty
Correct Answer-Acromegaly
a common form of hyperthyroidism resulting from overproduction of
thyroxine; caused by a false immune system response (goiter is often
formed). Antibodies to TSH receptor that stimulate T3 and T4
production. Diffuse nontender goiter. Proptosis and extraocular muscle
dysfunction occurs in 50% of cases. Correct Answer-Graves (or Graves')
disease
Type II hypersensitivity where there is stimulation of the thyroid by
antibodies directed against the TSH receptor
The gland results in hyperplasia of the gland (goiter). Increased
synthesis of TH Correct Answer-Grave's Disease
In the case of decreased production or excessive loss of albumin , the
reduced oncotic pressure leads to excessive movement of fluid and
solutes into the tissues and decreased blood volume. Correct Answer-the
effect of low plasma albumin
Albumin (approximately 60% of total plasma protein at a concentration
of about 4 g/dl) is the most abundant plasma protein. Correct Answer-
What is the most abundant class of plasma protein
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