Question

Which of the following is most likely to cause an endocrine​ disorder?

A. A hormone deficiency

B. Cardiac dysfunction

C. Abnormal vital signs

D. Severe infection

Answer 1

Endocrine disorders are most likely caused by a hormone deficiency, either through hyposecretion, as seen in Type 1 diabetes, or hypersecretion, which can be caused by a tumor.

Step-by-step explanation:

The most likely cause of an endocrine disorder is A. A hormone deficiency. Endocrine disorders often involve either hypersecretion or hyposecretion of hormones. Hypersecretion can be caused by tumors leading to conditions such as gigantism when the adrenal gland secretes too much growth hormone. Hyposecretion, on the other hand, may occur due to the destruction of hormone-secreting cells, as seen in Type 1 diabetes, where the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, leading to high blood glucose levels. Treatment for endocrine disorders varies, including lifestyle changes, medication, or hormone replacement.