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Welcome back to EndoPod! This is a very interesting episode where we have Claire, who’s a medical student, talking about her experience of being diagnosed with a rare tumour called a cranipharyngioma. We hope you enjoy this episode and hopefully, it gives you both a patient and a student’s perspective.

We are delighted to bring you this fantastic revision tool that takes you through all the different contraceptives you need to know for upcoming exams. This is a collaboration with UoA Obstetric & Gynaecology Society. A big thank you to Dr Fiona Lopez for her work on this episode! Enjoy! Transcript: Shuen Wong, Hepsi Xavier, Dr Fiona Lopez For further guidance please check the following guide: FSRH CEU Guidance: Recommended Actions after Incorrect Use of Combined Hormonal Contraception

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod. This episode guides you through the physiology of the menstrual cycle. Perfect for exam revision or if you just want to learn something new! We hope you enjoy it. Transcript: Hepsi Xavier & Ramisha Basharat Voice: Hepsi Xavier Disclaimer: Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are intercalating after the 4th year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. Resources: https://geekymedics.com/the-menstrual-cycle/ https://teachmephysiology.com/reproductive-system/development-maturation/menstrual-cycle/ https://www.osmosis.org/learn/Menstrual_cycle

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! This episode covers the topic of pancreatic cancer. We will take you through the anatomy of the pancreas, risk factors, presentation, diagnosis and management of the condition. We also briefly cover endocrine tumours of the pancreas. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Transcript and Voice: Hepsi Xavier Disclaimer: Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are intercalating after the 4th year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. References: 1. https://teachmesurgery.com/hpb/pancreas/pancreatic-cancer/ 2. https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Pancreatic_cancer/

Welcome to a unique podcast which is a collaboration between the Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society and Aberdeen University Psychiatry Society. Voice- Tereza Eirini Takkou, Louis J Ruddy, Matthew Parker  Transcript- Tereza Eirini Takkou, Louis J Ruddy, Matthew Parker  Editor- Regina Sumarlie, Hepsi Havier, Vivien  Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society and Aberdeen University Psychiatry Society  are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd and 5th year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0165032718313673?via%3Dihub https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0022395618312536?via%3Dihub https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/brb3.2117 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0165032721014270?via%3Dihub

Welcome to Endopod's Mystery case podcast series! Each episode will cover a different case, with the conditions only being revealed at the end of the podcast. Voice- Vivien Fazekas Transcript- Vivien Fazekas Editor- Regina Sumarlie Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd and 5th year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK285557/table/tyd-hashimotos.someclinic/ https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/severn-pathology/requesting/test-information/thyroid-function-tests https://passmedicine.com/v7/menu.php? https://app.pulsenotes.com/medicine/endocrinology/notes/hypothyroidism

Welcome to Endopod's Mystery case podcast series! Each episode will cover a different case, with the conditions only being revealed at the end of the podcast.  Voice- Vivien Fazekas  Transcript- Vivien Fazekas  Editor- Regina Sumarlie  Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd and 5th year of their medical education.  Resources: https://app.pulsenotes.com/medicine/endocrinology/notes/acromegaly https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/acromegaly/ https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-us/522 https://zerotofinals.com/medicine/endocrinology/acromegaly/ Texbook: Endocrinology- Thomas Fox, Antonia Brooke, Bijay Vaidya (eureka)

Welcome to Endopod's Mystery case podcast series! Each episode will cover a different case, with the conditions only being revealed at the end of the podcast. Voice- Vivien Fazekas Transcript- Vivien Fazekas Editor- Regina Sumarlie Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd and 5th year of their medical education. Resources: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/288 https://zerotofinals.com/medicine/endocrinology/diabetesinsipidus/ https://www.nbt.nhs.uk/sites/default/files/Water%20Deprivation%20Test%20in%20Adults.pdf Texbook: Endocrinology- Thomas Fox, Antonia Brooke, Bijay Vaidya (eureka)

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! This is the 5th episode of our Cancer Series! This episode is done in collaboration with the University of Aberdeen Obstetrics and Gynaecology Society. In this special episode, we will be focusing on cervical cancer. We will cover what cervical cancer is, its classification, presentation, risk factors, screening program, diagnosis, as well as how to manage this common condition. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Transcript- Shauneen Kiernan (@aberdeen_obsandgynae) Voice- Regina Sumarlie Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 5th and 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://zerotofinals.com/obgyn/cancer/cervical/ https://almostadoctor.co.uk/encyclopedia/cervical-cancer-and-cin https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-cancer/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cervical-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20352501 https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/statistics-by-cancer-type/cervical-cancer/incidence

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! This is the fourth episode of our Cancer Series! This episode is done in collaboration with the Aberdeen University Haematology & Oncology Society. In this special episode, we will be focusing on breast cancer. We will cover what breast cancer is, the epidemiology, the different types of cancer, the risk factors, presentation, diagnosis, and management. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Transcript- Aman Singh & Emma Krzoska (@chaemo_abdn) Voice- Lewis Mitchell Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd & 4th year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.instagram.com/chaemo_abdn/ https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/breast-cancer/symptoms https://breastcancernow.org https://teachmesurgery.com/breast/presentations/triple-assessment/ https://journals.lww.com/jaapa/fulltext/2019/10000/overview_of_breast_cancer.3.aspx https://www.cancer.org/cancer/breast-cancer/about/types-of-breast-cancer/paget-disease-of-the-nipple.html https://www.nhs.uk/common-health-questions/womens-health/how-should-i-check-my-breasts/ https://www.drugs.com/cg/male-breast-self-exam.html

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! This is the third episode of our Cancer Series! This episode is done in collaboration with the Aberdeen University Renal and Urology Society. In this special episode, we will be focusing on prostate cancer. We will cover what prostate cancer is, the epidemiology, the different types of prostate cancer, the aetiology or cause of the disease, the risk factors, clinical presentation, investigations, examinations, management, prevention as well as potential complications that may arise with this common condition. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Transcript- Karen Thomas (@au_renaluro) Voice- Regina Sumarlie Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 2nd and 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/prostate-cancer/symptoms-causes/syc-20353087 https://prostatecanceruk.org/prostate-information https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/150086#diagnosis https://www.urologyhealth.org/urologic-conditions/prostate-cancer https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/prostate-cancer/

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! This is the second episode of our Cancer Series! Today, we will be focusing on testicular cancer. We will explore the epidemiology, classifications, presentation, diagnosis and treatments of testicular tumours Sit back, relax and enjoy! Transcript- Lewis Mitchell & Jeffery Lee Voice- Lewis Mitchell Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/how-to-check-testicles https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/statistics-by-cancer-type/testicular-cancer/incidence#heading-Six https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAosmPBhCPARIsAHOen-OLIz6QBWMMovta8koGtbf-35_IeXHDItgGZoSFu9piaBXPWShqQPMaAs6KEALw_wcB https://www.cancer.org/cancer/testicular-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/survival-rates.html https://www.cancer.org/cancer/testicular-cancer/about/what-is-testicular-cancer.html https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/testicular-cancer-care/symptoms-causes/syc-20352986 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/testicular-cancer/treatment/

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! This is the second episode of our Cancer Series! Today, we will be focusing on testicular cancer. We will explore the epidemiology, classifications, presentation, diagnosis and treatments of testicular tumours Sit back, relax and enjoy! Transcript- Lewis Mitchell  Voice- Lewis Mitchell  Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/how-to-check-testicles https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/health-professional/cancer-statistics/statistics-by-cancer-type/testicular-cancer/incidence#heading-Six https://www.testicularcanceruk.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAosmPBhCPARIsAHOen-OLIz6QBWMMovta8koGtbf-35_IeXHDItgGZoSFu9piaBXPWShqQPMaAs6KEALw_wcB https://www.cancer.org/cancer/testicular-cancer/detection-diagnosis-staging/survival-rates.html https://www.cancer.org/cancer/testicular-cancer/about/what-is-testicular-cancer.html https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/testicular-cancer-care/symptoms-causes/syc-20352986 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/testicular-cancer/treatment/

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are  back with a new series on endocrinological cancer. This is the first episode of our Cancer Series! To start off, we will be focusing on pituitary tumours. We will explore what it is,its classifications, presentation, diagnosis and treatments. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Transcript- Regina Sumarlie & Jeffrey Lee Voice- Regina Sumarlie Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Pituitary_adenoma/ https://patient.info/doctor/pituitary-tumours https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/pituitary-adenoma

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are back with a new series on endocrinological cancer. This is the first episode of our Cancer Series! To start off, we will be focusing on pituitary tumours. We will explore what it is,its classifications, presentation, diagnosis and treatments.  Sit back, relax and enjoy this simplified version! Transcript- Regina Sumarlie & Jeffrey Lee  Voice- Regina Sumarlie Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Pituitary_adenoma/ https://patient.info/doctor/pituitary-tumours https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/pituitary-adenoma

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are back with our final episode of the Endo-Gynae series with a Mythbusters episode. We will be going over some of the conditions we have spoken about in this series and clarifying some of the common misconceptions about them. Sit back and enjoy! Transcript- Lewis Mitchell & Nina Sumarlie Voice- Lewis Mitchell Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/5-myths-about-endometriosis-2021021221890 https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/pregnancy-facts#myths https://www.healthline.com/health/endometriosis/myths-and-facts#Fact:-Theres-no-cure,-but-symptoms-can-be-managed https://www.businessinsider.com/ob-gyn-doctors-biggest-pregnancy-myths-debunked-2019-10?r=US&IR=T https://www.healthline.com/health/womens-health/period-myths https://www.everydayhealth.com/pcos/myths-debunked/ https://www.abbott.in/corpnewsroom/diabetes-care/gestational-diabetes--myths-vs--facts.html https://www.gestationaldiabetes.co.uk/gestational-diabetes-diagnosis/

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are  back with another episode of the Endo-Gynae series with Endometriosis. In this simplified episode, we will cover what endometriosis is, the risk factors, the cause, the clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, management as well as potential complications that may arise with this common condition. Sit back and enjoy! Transcript- Regina Sumarlie Voice- Regina Sumarlie Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://almostadoctor.co.uk/encyclopedia/endometriosis https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Endometriosis/ https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng73/chapter/Recommendations https://patient.info/doctor/endometriosis-pro

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are  back with another episode of the Endo-Gynae series with Endometriosis. In this episode, we will cover what endometriosis is, the risk factors, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, management as well as potential complications that may arise with this common condition. Sit back and enjoy! Transcript- Regina Sumarlie Voice- Regina Sumarlie Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://almostadoctor.co.uk/encyclopedia/endometriosis https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Endometriosis/ https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng73/chapter/Recommendations https://patient.info/doctor/endometriosis-pro

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are back with another episode of the Endo-Gynae series with gestational diabetes. We will be exploring the normal physiology of the pancreas before taking a look at the pathogenesis and management of this condition. Sit back and enjoy! Transcript- Lewis Mitchell Voice- Lewis Mitchell Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gestational-diabetes/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gestational-diabetes/symptoms-causes/syc-20355339 https://teachmephysiology.com/endocrine-system/pancreas/endocrine-pancreas/ https://www.diabetes.org.uk/diabetes-the-basics/gestational-diabetes#:~:text=Gestational%20diabetes%20is%20common.,do%20to%20reduce%20your%20risk. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6274679/

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are back with another episode of the Endo-Gynae series with gestational diabetes. We will be exploring the normal physiology of the pancreas before taking a look at the pathogenesis and management of this condition. Sit back and enjoy! Transcript- Lewis Mitchell Voice- Lewis Mitchell Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gestational-diabetes/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/gestational-diabetes/symptoms-causes/syc-20355339 https://teachmephysiology.com/endocrine-system/pancreas/endocrine-pancreas/ https://www.diabetes.org.uk/diabetes-the-basics/gestational-diabetes#:~:text=Gestational%20diabetes%20is%20common.,do%20to%20reduce%20your%20risk. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6274679/

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are  back with another episode of the Endo-Gynae series with pregnancy physiology. We will be exploring about normal physiological changes in pregnancy and how to differentiate them from pathological changes. We are going to discuss these changes system by system, ranging from musculoskeletal, endocrine, reproductive, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, metabolic, renal and urinary as well as haematology. Sit back and enjoy!   Transcript- Regina Sumarlie Voice- Regina Sumarlie Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description.  REFERENCES: https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-gb/professional/gynecology-and-obstetrics/approach-to-the-pregnant-woman-and-prenatal-care/physiology-of-pregnancy https://www.physio-pedia.com/Physiological_Changes_in_Pregnancy https://patient.info/doctor/physiological-changes-in-pregnancy

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are  back with another episode of the Endo-Gynae series with pregnancy physiology. We will be exploring about normal physiological changes in pregnancy and how to differentiate them from pathological changes. We are going to discuss these changes system by system, ranging from musculoskeletal, endocrine, reproductive, cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal, metabolic, renal and urinary as well as haematology. Sit back and enjoy!   Transcript- Regina Sumarlie, Tereza Eirini Takkou, Hepsi Xavier Voice- Tereza Eirini Takkou Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description.  REFERENCES: https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-gb/professional/gynecology-and-obstetrics/approach-to-the-pregnant-woman-and-prenatal-care/physiology-of-pregnancy https://www.physio-pedia.com/Physiological_Changes_in_Pregnancy https://patient.info/doctor/physiological-changes-in-pregnancy

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are finally back with our episode for this academic year. In this episode we are covering a condition experienced by some women called Polycystic Ovary Syndrome. We are going to discuss what it is, the physiology related to it, the people at risk, causes, as well as treatment and management associated with this condition. Sit back and enjoy!  Transcript- Lewis Mitchell  Voice- Lewis Mitchell  Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES: · https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/polycystic-ovary-syndrome-pcos/ · https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/pcos/conditioninfo · https://www.nichd.nih.gov/health/topics/pcos/conditioninfo/diagnose · https://medlineplus.gov/polycysticovarysyndrome.html · https://www.aafp.org/afp/2016/0715/p106.html · https://www.healthline.com/health/polycystic-ovary-disease#symptoms · https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6676075/ · https://bmcmedicine.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12916-020-01516-x#:~:text=PCOS%20cannot%20be%20diagnosed%20during,beyond%203%20years%20post%20menarche. · https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2861983/ · https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3872139/

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! We are finally back with our episode for this academic year. In this episode we are covering a condition experienced by some women called secondary amenorrhoea. We are going to discuss what it is, the physiology related to it, the people at risk, causes, as well as treatment and management associated with this condition. Sit back and enjoy!  Transcript- Regina Sumarlie  Voice- Regina Sumarlie  Disclaimer – Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society is a student lead organisation and the content provided through EndoPod is solely for informative purposes. This does not replace the advice of a doctor or any other healthcare professional. The medical students involved in the making of this episode are in the 3rd year of their medical studies. All the information provided in this episode was researched on appropriate resources – to view them, please check the episode description. REFERENCES https://www.hormone.org/diseases-and-conditions/amenorrhea https://www.healthline.com/health/secondary-amenorrhea https://www.osmosis.org/answers/secondary-amenorrhea https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/3924-amenorrhea https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/252928-overview https://www.uptodate.com/contents/evaluation-and-management-of-secondary-amenorrhea Amenorrhoea | Health topics A to Z | CKS | NICEhttps://cks.nice.org.uk › ... › Amenorrhoea

Hello and welcome back to EndoPod! In this episode, we are covering a very common change that females go through - menopause! We also look at how Hormonal Replacement Therapy comes into this and the benefits vs risks of HRT. Sit back and enjoy! Transcript - Chakshu Joshi  Voice - Hepsi Xavier Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year of their medical education. References: BMJ Best Practice: Menopause and Precocious Puberty Oxford Clinical Handbook of Specialties https://eje.bioscientifica.com/view/journals/eje/156/4/1560463.xml https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6317580/ https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/menopause/in-depth/hormone-therapy/art-20046372 https://www.webmd.com/menopause/guide/menopause-hormone-therapy#1

Relax as Rebekah guides you through a short case just in time for bed.  Author & Narrator: Rebekah Loy, 5th Year MBChB (Vice-President of Aberdeen University Paediatric Society)

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers pituitary overactivity, focussing on acromegaly & hyperprolactinaemia.  Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Arabella Baptie Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. References: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/acromegaly/symptoms-causes/syc-20351222 https://www.pituitary.org.uk/information/pituitary-conditions/acromegaly/ https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Acromegaly https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3853872/ https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Hyperprolactinemia

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers when the parathyroid gland is underactive.  Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Jade Kiersten Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. References: https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Hypoparathyroidism https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypoparathyroidism/symptoms-causes/syc-20355375#:~:text=Hypoparathyroidism%20is%20an%20uncommon%20condition,your%20body%20%E2%80%94%20calcium%20and%20phosphorus.

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers pituitary under activity and its widespread consequences. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Arabella Baptie Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Hypopituitarism https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/521 https://patient.info/doctor/hypopituitarism-pro https://www.endocrinologyadvisor.com/home/decision-support-in-medicine/endocrinology-metabolism/hypopituitarism-2/ https://www.yourhormones.info/endocrine-conditions/hypopituitarism/

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers hypothyroidism.  Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Tejaswi Sharma Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/535 https://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com/dyshormonogenesis#:~:text=found%20in%3A%20Wikipedia.-,dyshormonogenesis,the%20thyroid%20gland%20(goitre). https://www.pathologyoutlines.com/topic/thyroidhypo.html https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Hypothyroidism#xid=cg0a82&anker=Z5d9b66788269f5d37f8d0eb33a473fd1 https://u.osu.edu/hashimotosdisease2019/pathophysiology-and-clinical-presentation/ https://geekymedics.com/thyroid-function-test-tft-interpretation/ https://www.btf-thyroid.org/hypothyroidism-leaflet University of Aberdeen - Y2 MBChB Lecture - Thyroid Gland Physiology by Dr Alison Jack University of Aberdeen - Y2 MBChB Lecture - Clinical Thyroid Disease by Dr Prakash Abraham

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers hyperthyroidism or an overactive thyroid gland. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Tejaswi Sharma Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://geekymedics.com/thyroid-function-test-tft-interpretation/ De Leo, Simone et al. “Hyperthyroidism.” Lancet (London, England) vol. 388,10047 (2016): 906-918. doi:10.1016/S0140-6736(16)00278-6 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5014602/ https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/hyperthyroidism/diagnosis/assessment/ University of Aberdeen - Y2 MBChB Lecture - Thyroid Gland Physiology by Dr Alison Jack University of Aberdeen - Y2 MBChB Lecture - Clinical Thyroid Disease by Dr Prakash Abraham

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers type 2 diabetes, the most common endocrinological condition! Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Tejaswi Sharma Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://patient.info/doctor/hyperparathyroidism-pro#ref-1 https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/133 https://www.uptodate.com/contents/primary-hyperparathyroidism-beyond-the-basics#H3

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia 2. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Hepsi Xavier Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd of their medical education. Resources: https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/multiple-endocrine-neoplasia-type/ https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/multiple-endocrine-neoplasia-type-2 https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/condition/primary-localized-cutaneous-amyloidosis https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/hirschsprungs-disease/ https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/gene/RET#location https://www.thyroidcancer.com/thyroid-cancer/medullary https://www.cancer.gov/pediatric-adult-rare-tumor/rare-tumors/rare-endocrine-tumor/medullary-thyroid-cancer

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers goitre - an enlargement of the thyroid gland. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Tejaswi Sharma Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.racgp.org.au/afp/2012/august/goitre/ https://www.slideshare.net/fyndoc/goitre-13600596 University of Aberdeen - Y2 MBChB Lecture - Thyroid Gland Physiology by Dr Alison Jack University of Aberdeen - Y2 MBChB Lecture - Clinical Thyroid Disease by Dr Prakash Abraham 

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia 1.  Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Jade Kiersten Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st, 3rd and 4th year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.cancer.net/cancer-types/multiple-endocrine-neoplasia-type-1 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK7029/#:~:text=Epidemiology,age%20of%2010%20is%20rare. https://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/gene/MEN1#conditions https://www.endocrineweb.com/conditions/pituitary-disorders/multiple-endocrine-neoplasia-type-1 https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/digestive-diseases/zollinger-ellison-syndrome#:~:text=Points%20to%20Remember-,Zollinger%2DEllison%20syndrome%20is%20a%20rare%20disorder%20that%20occurs%20when,neoplasia%20type%201%20(MEN1).

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers type 2 diabetes, the most common endocrinological condition! Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Jade Kiersten Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st, 3rd and 4th year of their medical education. Resources: University of Aberdeen - Y2 MBChB Lecture Series on Type 2 Diabetes (delivered by a variety of doctors and lecturers)

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers type 1 diabetes, a common condition affecting the younger population! Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Arabella Baptie Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://jdrf.org.uk/information-support/about-type-1-diabetes/facts-and-figures/ https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/25/diagnosis-approach https://www.pharmaceutical-journal.com/download?ac=1065161&firstPass=false https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/25/aetiology

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers Cushing's syndrome. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Sytske Visser Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Cushing_syndrome https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/diseases/5745/adenoma-of-the-adrenal-gland https://www.uclahealth.org/endocrine-center/ectopic-cushings-syndrome https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/cushing-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20351310 BMJ best practise – Cushing’s syndrome

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers adrenal insufficiency and conditions such as Addison's Disease! Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Hepsi Xavier Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.msdmanuals.com/en-gb/professional/endocrine-and-metabolic-disorders/adrenal-disorders/secondary-adrenal-insufficiency University of Aberdeen - Year 2 "Adrenal Disorders" Lecture by Dr Sam Philips 

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers the pathophysiology of diabetes and how it comes about. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Hepsi Xavier Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.hopkinsguides.com/hopkins/view/Johns_Hopkins_Diabetes_Guide/547013/all/Autoantibodies_in_Type_1_Diabetes https://www.diabetes.org.uk/resources-s3/2017-11/diabetes_in_the_uk_2010.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5774991/ University of Aberdeen - Y2 MBChB Lecture - Pathology of Diabetes Mellitus by Dr Paul Brown

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers CAH, a rare condition that babies are born with.  Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Jade Kiersten Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st, 3rd and 4th of their medical education. Resources: https://gpnotebook.com/simplepage.cfm?ID=899285027 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/congenital-adrenal-hyperplasia/symptoms-causes/syc-20355205 https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/congenital-adrenal-hyperplasia/#:~:text=Congenital%20adrenal%20hyperplasia%20(CAH)%20is,the%20top%20of%20each%20kidney. https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/conditions-and-treatments/conditions-we-treat https://www.dovepress.com/ethical-perspectives-on-the-management-of-disorders-of-sex-development-peer-reviewed-fulltext-article-MB

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers hyperaldosteronism and Conn's syndrome.   Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Sytske Visser Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://teachmephysiology.com/endocrine-system/adrenal-glands/zona-glomerulosa/ https://teachmephysiology.com/urinary-system/regulation/the-renin-angiotensin-aldosterone-system/ https://www.amboss.com/us/knowledge/Primary_hyperaldosteronism The netter collection of medical illustrations 2nd edition: Volume 2: endocrine system’ By William F. Young Zero to finals- Medicine’ by Dr Thomas Watchman https://patient.info/doctor/hyperaldosteronism#nav-6

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers pheochromocytoma (a catecholamine secreting tumour of the adrenal glands). Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Jade Kiersten Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st, 3rd and 4th year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7090309/ https://www.cancer.gov/types/pheochromocytoma/hp/pheochromocytoma-treatment-pdq https://gpnotebook.com/simplepage.cfm?ID=-731185116&linkID=26227&cook=no Oxford handbook of clinical medicine - Tenth edition

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode is all about the physiology of the thyroid gland and thyroid hormones. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Tejaswi Sharma Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: University of Aberdeen - Thyroid Gland Physiology Lecture by Dr Alison Jack

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers the various hormones produced by the pituitary gland and their functions. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Sytske Visser Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://www.pituitary.org.uk/information/hormones/ University of Aberdeen - Pituitary Gland Lecture by Dr Alison Jack

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers the structure and function of the adrenal gland and its hormones. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Sytske Visser Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://teachmephysiology.com/endocrine-system/adrenal-glands/zona-reticularis/#:~:text=The%20zona%20reticularis%20is%20the,production%20and%20secretion%20of%20androgens. https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/neuroscience/hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal-axis https://www.hormone.org/diseases-and-conditions/cushing-syndrome University of Aberdeen - The Adrenal Gland lecture by Dr Alison Jack

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers the physiology of growth hormone and its effects. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Arabella Baptie Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://diabetes.diabetesjournals.org/content/37/12/1608 University of Aberdeen - The Endocrine Pancreas Lecture by Dr Alison Jack

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers the physiology of growth hormone and its effects. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Tejaswi Sharma Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st and 3rd year of their medical education. Resources: https://courses.lumenlearning.com/boundless-ap/chapter/hormone-interactions/ University of Aberdeen - Normal Growth and Clinical Aspects Lecture by Dr Alison Jack

Welcome to EndoPod's Revision Series! Each episode will cover bitesize revision material for those preparing for exams or even just for those who are interested in learning the basics of Endocrinology. This episode covers the physiology of parathyroid glands and the world of calcium balance. Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Jade Kiersten Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st, 3rd and 4th year of their medical education. Resources: University of Aberdeen - Calcium Homeostasis Lecture by Dr Alison Jack

Welcome back to EndoPod! This week, we're diving into the thyroid world and looking at Graves' disease, which is the commonest form of hyperthyroidism. A detailed summary of this condition. Sit back and enjoy! Voice - Hepsi Xavier Transcript - Heo Mun Ho Editor - Serena Shoker Aberdeen University Endocrinology Society are a student lead organisation. All information provided in this podcast are intended for educational purposes. This podcast is not intended to replace the advice of a qualified health professional. The students involved in the making of this episode are in the 1st, 2nd and 3rd year of their medical education. References: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/32 https://cks.nice.org.uk/hyperthyroidism#!scenario https://www.nature.com/articles/s41574-019-0268-5