Endocrine System Organs and their functions Pituitary: secretes growth hormone, stimulates elongation of long bones in body,

affects metabolism of glucose Thyroid: secretes thyroxin and calcitonin, regulates rate of metabolism, Parathyroid: secretes Parathyroid hormones, controls metabolism of calcium, Adrenal: secretes aldosterone and epinephrine (adrenaline) regulates carbs, protein and fat metabolism promotes conversion of fats and proteins to glucose Islets of Langerhans: secretes insulin and glucagon, stimulates glucose uptake and converts glucagon to glucose The endocrine system maintains homeostasis by releasing hormones into the blood which help to regulate organs and cell functions.
Disorders 1. Goiters 2. diabetes

1. Goiter: Abnormal enlargement of thyroid gland Causes: iodine deficiency, genetic defect, cancerous and benign Diabetes: disorder where body cant regulate tumors, Amount of sugar in the blood Causes: Treatment/ cure: iodine High blood pressure supplementation, thyroid High blood triglyceride (fat) levels supplement pill, surgical removal Gestational diabetes or giving birth to a baby weighing more Symptoms: visible swelling in neck, than 9 pounds High-fat diet tightness in throat, coughing, High alcohol intake hoarseness, difficulty swallowing Sedentary lifestyle and breathing
Obesity or being overweight Age Symptoms: Type 1:

Frequent urination Unusual thirst Extreme hunger Unusual weight loss Extreme fatigue and Irritability
Symptoms: type 2:

Recurring skin, gum, or bladder infections

Cure/treatment: Blood pressure and cholesterol control, balanced diet, weight loss, medication, exercise, foot care, prevent blindness, heart disease, kidney failure, amputation of limbs, testing of blood glucose levels, insulin use

Any of the type 1 symptoms Frequent infections Blurred vision Cuts/bruises that are slow to heal Tingling/numbness in the hands/feet