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Pituitary and Hypothalamus
Pituitary and Hypothalamus
Inputs to HT that affect autonomic function come mostly from the amygdala
and limbic cortex.
Hypothalamic – Limbic Pathways
Moon face appearance, fat deposition on torso, acne, hirsutism, easy bruising,
poor wound healing, hypertension, diabetes, edema,
immunosuppression, osteoporosis, amenorrhea, decreased libido,
myopathy, fatigue, mania, psychosis, depression.
Diabetes Insipidus