Describe two conditions that are the result of increased production and secretion of pituitary human growth hormone (hGH)

1. What pathologic changes may result from hypopituitarism? Why is the age of the individual significant?

2. What causes diabetes insipidus?

3. What causes the thyroid gland to enlarge in the patient with a simple goiter?

1. Name the major glands of the endocrine system.

2. What are some ways in which the endocrine system affects health and disease?

3. Describe two conditions that are the result of increased production and secretion of pituitary human growth hormone (hGH).