Many times I’ve heard normal, mostly healthy (but
overweight) people blame a variety of diseases for their current weight
issues. “I can’t lose weight, I have a
thyroid problem,” etc. We’ve discussed
the basics of nutrition and absorption and the role of the liver and pancreas
in these essential physiological processes.
Below, see the list of metabolism-based
diseases. This is your chance for “PBL,”
or Problem-Based Learning. You have an
incredible resource (internet) and you SHOULD have the textbook, which is a
fantastic book. You don’t need previous
knowledge…just dive in. Be careful to
use only reputable sources as you gather information.
Your goal is to tell the entire class about the disease,
including how it is affected by nutrition, managed by nutrition, and the common
weight issues seen in people (eg—do they typically gain weight or are
heavier? Lose weight or are thinner?) Basically, you will write, and post, a good
review on the topic.
I highly suggest that you write this (and all your posts) in
Word or something that catches your spelling and grammar issues AND allows you
to save your work! Then, post your
response below. Remember, you are
writing for the whole world to see…
The assignment is due Wednesday 1/23/18 at midnight.
ONCE SOMEONE HAS PICKED AND POSTED A DISEASE, you must choose a different one.
Diabetes (I, II, Pre, and Gestational)
Hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia
Gout
Cushing’s
disease
Hyperthyroidism
and hyperthyroidism
Gaucher’s disease
Glucose
galactose malabsorption
Phenylketonuria
Lipedema
Phenylketonuria, also known as PKU, is a rare disorder that is inherited through both parents by a defect in the gene that helps create the enzyme that helps break down the amino acid phenylalanine. PKU causes a dangerous build up of phenylalanine which is toxic to brain tissue.
ReplyDeletePKU is screened for soon after babies are born to help prevent health problems. Some symptoms that may occur are delayed development, behavioral, emotional and social problems, poor bone strength, a musty odor in the child's breath, skin or urine, caused by too much phenylalanine in the body, and an abnormally small head. If not treated, the typical IQ of someone with PKU is less than 50. PKU needs to be caught early and a special diet is required for people with PKU to help prevent these health concerns. The only time there should be concern for PKU is if both parents have the gene, if only one parent does, theres no way for a child to be the carrier.
Treatment for PKU consist of a diet with very limited protein intake and a special supplement to ensure that the person gets enough of their essential proteins and nutrients. Some foods to avoid are milk, eggs, nuts, chicken, beef, pork, fish, and drinks containing artificial sweeteners. There is also a drug on the market called Kuvan, which increases the persons tolerance to phenylalanine, but it does not work for everyone, nor do we know its long term effects.
Gouts is a disease that is caused by the defective metabolism of uric acid. This will cause symptoms of joint pain, swelling, and redness. This can happen to anyone but it us usually seen in older males.
ReplyDeleteGout has historically been known as "the disease of kings" or "rich man's disease" and has been around since the time of acorn Egyptians. A few known risk factors that could increase the chance of developing the disease are consuming a diet that is high in meat, fish, or beer as well as being overweight.
It is very similar to a joint infection or reactive arthritis. There are preventative actions that can be like weight loss, consumption of vitamin C, and not drinking alcohol. There are also treatments that can be done to aid a person with gout, such as treatment with NSAIDs, steroids, and coachine.
Cushing’s disease is a condition of excess of the steroid hormone cortisol in the blood level caused a pituitary tumor secreting adrenocorticotropic hormone, also known as ACTH. This causes symptoms of changes in physical changes, generalized weakness/fatigue, menstrual disorders, decreased fertility / sex drive, high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, and mood behaviors. Although very uncommon, if the tumor is very large then more severe symptoms such as, vision loss and hypopituitarism.
ReplyDeleteEarly stages of Cushing’s disease may be difficult to recognize. The diagnosis may be difficult to make because sometimes elevations of hormones rise or lower: so they are called “cyclic” or “periodic” Cushing’s disease. The doctor conducts some physical exams and asks about the symptoms the patient has been having, he/she will also ask about the patient’s medical history.
Treatment options for this disease requires an experienced team of experts. The options that the patient has include surgery, medication, or radiation therapy.