Question

Why would a patient with pheochromocytoma sweat excessively have facial pallor and be constipated?

Answer 1

During the symapthetic respone (fight or flight response) blood flow is increased to the skeletal muscles and brain. Simultaneously blood flow is decreased to the bowel which could lead to constipation. During constant fight or flight the person will sweat excessively which can lead to dehydration, inhibiting bowel function.

Answer 2

The description about pheochromocytoma is as follows:

Explanation:

• Pheochromocytoma is a medical condition in which the tumor develops in the adrenal gland cells.
• This condition results in the release of the catecholamine hormones which are responsible for characteristic symptoms.
• The release of the catecholamine is likely to increase the blood flow to the skeletal muscles and the brain. But the blood flow is restricted to the bowel which may cause constipation.
• As a result of increase blood pressure the person will sweat excessively. This may lead to dehydration which can cause facial pallor.

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