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Chapter 7
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Adenoma | Glandular tumor |
| Chloremia | Increased chloride in the blood |
| Diabetes Mellitus | Metabolic disease characterized by excessive urination and hyperglycemia |
| Euthyroid | A normal functioning thyroid |
| Galactorrhea | Discharge of milk |
| Hirsutism | Excessive growth of facial and body hair in women |
| Insulinoma | Tumor that secretes insulin ( found in the insulin producing cells of the pancreas) |
| Ketonuria | Ketone bodies in the urine |
| Menarche | Beginning or first menstration |
| Pancreatitis | Inflammation of the pancreas |
| Thelarche | Beginning of breast development |
| Thymoma | Tumor of the thymus |
| Hypoglycemic | Pertaining to low blood sugar |
| Adenosis | Gland condition |
| Corticotropin | Shorter name for adrenocorticotropic hormone |