Hormone

Epigenetics. While it has been shown that the inheritance of specific genes can cause eating disorders, the reverse is also true. According to a Canadian study, the onset of eating disorders such as bulimia, especially when they are long term, can actually cause changes in the very expression of one’s genes. These changes can be passed down to progeny and increase their likelihood of developing an eating disorder as well. This phenomenon is known as epigenetics, and its biological mechanisms…

estrogen hormones by doing a blood test. Sometimes an endometrial biopsy is done, endometrial biopsy is a test in which a sample of tissue from the lining of the uterus is taken and examined under a microscope for any abnormal cells or signs of cancer. Doctors also asked their patients for a hysterosalpingogram (HSG), this test is done to check for blockages in the fallopian tubes or other problem in the uterus and the fallopian tubes. Often, it is done as part of an infertility evaluation. It…

Acromegaly. It is a rare disease where the pituitary gland is overactive. The glands become overactive when Benign tumors grow on the anterior pituitary. When this happens the pituitary glands secretes an excessive amount of growth hormones (GH). The excessive amount of hormones causes excessive growth of the long bones in the body, and can cause the organs to grow abnormally. It can happen in both men and women. It is also a disease that is developed, it is not…

describes the advantages of stress. Whyte argues that stress “can have numerous benefits for the body and mind” through numerous ways (Whyte 1). One of these ways is the release of stress hormones that strengthens the memory and alertness in times of stress. Another advantage of stress is a small amount of stress hormones can support the immune system in fighting disease. Whyte’s article also says that a lack of stress in a workplace can lead to a decline in the worker’s performance, and stress…

(female) / testes (male). Working interconnectedly these glands providing storage, pathways and releasing of various hormones throughout the body (Zoeller et al., 2014). In a patient with Turners Syndrome the production of several hormones such as growth hormone, estrogen, progesterone is very limited and/or not at all in some cases (Gonzalez, & Witchel, 2012). Depletions of these hormones result in the symptoms of short stature, infertility, limited expected sexual development during puberty…

some schools also might play a role in lost sleep.” said KidsHealth.org. Most teens fall asleep at 11:00 or later, which causes a deficit when they wake up for school early in the morning. Another factor in causing less sleep is melatonin, a brain hormone, which doesn’t activate until later in the night for teens. More sleep will help you achieve higher academic grades in school. These reasons are important factors in whether schools should start later or not. Most students fall asleep in…

In this case is used the medical paternalism theory. “From another perspective, if life itself, rather than life of a certain quality with autonomy and dignity, were of ultimate value, then even defensive wars could never be fortified” (Steinbock 66p) “Ashley, called the “pillow angel” by her parents, suffers from a developmental brain condition known as static encephalopathy “(P Clark). When I did research about this case I find out the exact type of brain damage Ashley has. “Static…

“Each stage might be driven by different hormones and chemicals.” (Bristol) In the first stage, lust, we are driven by testosterone and estrogen, the sex hormones. These hormones are found in both men and women. In the second stage, attraction, there are three hormones added to the mix. The adrenaline that makes your mouth go dry makes your heart race, and you start to sweat. Dopamine is the hormone that stimulates the ‘desire and reward’, triggering an intense rush of…

important hormone that allows the nervous system to function. The endocrine system produces insulin which allows glucose into nerve cells. The pancreas, an organ of the endocrine system, produces insulin according to blood sugar levels. The thyroid gland, another part of the endocrine system, produces calcitonin which the nervous system uses as a key neurotransmitter. The nervous system relates to the endocrine system because the nervous system also contributes to the release of hormones. The…

Most people hate having to eat healthy vegetables because they complain that they taste bad. But, Monsanto’s Genetically Modified Organisms, vegetables, fruits, boxed meals, and animal products make everything taste better than ever. Monsanto is an American agricultural corporation and the world’s largest producer of genetically modified seeds, which have caused much concern because most people would consider their food unhealthy and toxic. Corn is a staple food used in many ways throughout the…