Quiz for:
Endocrine Disorders: Addison's Disease and Cushing's Syndrome

Question 1

Which diagnostic test is used to confirm adrenal insufficiency in Addison's Disease?

Question 2

Which electrolyte imbalance is commonly seen in Cushing’s Syndrome?

Question 3

Which symptom is NOT associated with Cushing's Syndrome?

Question 4

What hormone is released by the hypothalamus that impacts both Addison's Disease and Cushing's Syndrome?

Question 5

What is the primary effect of decreased cortisol levels in Addison's Disease?

Question 6

Which symptom is common in both Addison's Disease and Cushing's Syndrome?

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a typical cause of primary Addison's Disease?

Question 8

What is the primary treatment goal for Addison's Disease?

Question 9

What electrolyte imbalance is seen in Addison's Disease due to decreased aldosterone?

Question 10

What type of surgery might be performed for a pituitary tumor causing Cushing's Syndrome?

Question 11

What does a high ACTH level indicate in the context of Cushing's Syndrome?

Question 12

What is the gold standard diagnostic test for Cushing's Syndrome?

Question 13

What is the main pathological characteristic of Cushing's Syndrome?

Question 14

In Cushing's Syndrome, failure to suppress cortisol with a high-dose dexamethasone test indicates what origin?

Question 15

Which type of medication is often used for steroid replacement in Addison's Disease?