Norepinephrine

44. There is a recently discovered hormone known as Ghrelin. 1) Please explain the role this hormone is thought to play in the weight loss that occurs after stomach-reduction surgery. 2) Please analyze and decide for yourself whether it plays a decisive role, or not. (6pts) After stomach reduction surgery, the stomach would “stretch” even with a small amount of food, and therefore signal the release of the leptin hormone, which counters the ghrelin hormone, that stimulated the…

The heart is a complex organ that we need in order to pump blood to our body. The cardiac cycle and blood pressure (BP) are two things that greatly affect how our body can function. Both are a part of the circulatory system. There are many diseases that can affect the cardiac cycle and the BP. These diseases can affect our circulatory system, lungs, and our heart’s ability to function properly. When the cardiac cycle and BP are affected then the body is in danger of being greatly damaged. The…

amphetamines and works by affecting chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to both hyperactivity and impulse control. More specifically, Vyvanse alters the balance of chemicals in the brain, and increases dopamine (a stimulant) and norepinephrine (a naturally occurring substance) levels, both of which affect the brains receptors to pleasure and reward. To become FDA approved, a study was conducted to…

Bipolar symptoms seem to be associated with an excess of norepinephrine and low levels of serotonin, as well as damage to the prefrontal cortex in the brain. Stressful events seem to increase levels of mania; however, stress seems not to trigger manic episodes except in people who have a genetic predisposition to…

Analysis of Hines et al 2003 Study on CAIS Complete Androgen Insensitivity Syndrome is a disorder that comes from defects in the androgen receptor gene (Hines, et al 2003). This causes the external genitalia to be female at birth with underdeveloped internal genitalia (Hines, Ahmed, Hughes 93). Since the genitalia are female appear female, most people with this disorder are pronounce female at birth and are thus raised as females. In fact, people with this disorder are more feminine at puberty…

an important role in restricting the activity of dopamine by rapid reuptake into the presynaptic neuron. DAT is part of Na+ and Cl- dependent family with the addition of other neurotransmitter transporters such as, GABA, serotonin, glycine, and norepinephrine transporters. The 3' UTR of this gene contains a 40 bp tandem repeat.[4] Dopamine…

Introduction of Patient My patient is Freda Wilson, a 64-year-old Caucasian female who resides in Shawnee, Kansas with her husband. Mrs. Wilson is 5’5” tall and weighs 148 pounds, has two adult children, and is a relatively healthy individual. Mrs. Wilson and her husband spent five days in Oklahoma babysitting their grandchildren, two boys – one and three years old. Within 24 hours of returning home, Mrs. Wilson had a headache, felt fatigue, and later in the afternoon spiked a fever in excess…

suggests that physical activity offers an easier and most effective means through which symptoms of ADD/ADHD can be reduced. Exercise helps manage ADD/ADHD symptoms because they boost the levels of various brain components including serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine (Danforth & Kim 53). These elements play a role in enhancing an individual’s attention and focus. Another behavioral treatment approach for ADD/ADHD is the adoption of regular sleep patterns. This treatment approach helps in…

Biographical information Nancy Troy, she is a slightly built woman with an Indian heritage. She is 34 years old. She is a petite woman who is neat in appearance. Presently employed in laundry services at the local nursing facility. She has five kids, and is divorced. She has three brothers and is the only girl in her family. She suffers from depression and has had a rough past and is seeking for help. Personal history. Nancy’s parents struggled with substance abuse and unemployment. She…

What is Heart Failure? According to MayoClinic.Org,” Heart failure, sometimes referred to as congestive heart failure, occurs when your heart muscle doesn't pump blood as well as it should. Certain conditions, such as narrowed arteries in your heart (coronary artery disease) or high blood pressure, gradually leave your heart too weak or stiff to fill and pump efficiently.” Web. . January 12, 2016 There are contributing factors that can lead to heart failure such as coronary artery disease,…