Question 1

what are bulbourethral gland diseases?

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Prostate problem: The bulbourethral galnds are infront of the prostate and add fluid to the semen when you ejaculate.  The glands can get infected and typically cause symptoms like a prostate infiction.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of an inflamed bulbourethral gland?

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Here are some ...: Since it is a pair of male exocrine glands (also called Cowper&#x27;s glands) existing inside pelvic floor muscle right near both sides of verumontanum, the symptoms of its inflammation becomes somewhat obscure so not manifest as obvious and as often as those of Bartholin&#x27;s glands in the females. Of course, some pain at anterior part of perineum with some burning voiding, etc.

Question 3

what do the prostate and the bulbourethral gland contribute to semen?

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Semen components: The prostate contributes ~ 1/2 of the fluid in semen with important components/factors such as zinc and certain enzymes.  Fructose comes from the seminal vesicles.  The bulbourethral glands offer lubricating fluid.

Question 4

could use your help docs! my bulbourethral gland itches do i have a std?

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With or without: itching - can't tell you if you have an STD. Some STD's are silent. If you have had unprotected sex- getting tested is prudent. Take care.

Question 5

what is the recent treament for growth disorders from pituitary glands?

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Under production: Leads to failure to grow, and exogenous growth hormone acn replace the deficiency. Over production produces giantism in the young, and acromegaly in the mature. Usually surgery is used, but occasionally radiotherapy as well.

Question 6

what are the common pituitary gland disorders?

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Pituitary Dis: Pituitary gland  has two parts, the adenohypophysis produces hormones like fsh, lh, human growth, igf-1, prolactin, and prolactin releasing dactors, acth, beta-endorphine, tsh, melanocyte stimulating hormone. On the posterior part or neuro-hypophysis: vasopresin or anti-diuretic hormone, oxitocine. Most. Common conditions are bening tumors producing excessive hormone(prolactinomas) or lack of hormo.

Question 7

what diseases can mess up the pituitary gland?

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Tumors or: Aneurysms enlarge and cause direct pressure - cranioharyngioma for one. Histiocytosis x is an oddity that can cause diabetis insipidus. The "master gland" regulates many endocrine functions leading to over or underproductions.

Question 8

what are some disorders of the sebaceous gland?

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See below: Acne and sebaceous cysts are common disorders of sebaceous glands. Carcinomas can arise from sebaceous glands, as these lesion can from any epithelium.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 9

was wondering what illesses/diseases cause overactive salivary glands?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Common causes of excessive salivation include; allergies, infection in the mouth or throat, irritation in the mouth and gastroesophageal reflux. Some known medical side effects are, aricept, Compazine (prochlorperazine) and demster.

Question 10

are the adrenal glands weak or destroyed having addison's disease?

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Addison's disease: Chronic adrenal insufficiency, hypocortisolism, and hypoadrenalism) is a rare endocrine disease. The adrenal glands do not produce sufficient steroid hormones (glucocorticoids and mineralocorticoids). It may produce relatively nonspecific symptoms, such as abdominal pain and weakness, and generally diagnosed by lab tests and imaging studies.

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