Question

Elaina has been diagnosed with a small brain tumor. She first went to see her doctor after experiencing symptoms such as feeling very cold, almost fainting, a reduced appetite, and reduced sexual desire. Which of the following structures is her tumor most likely affecting? Group of answer choices
A. Broca’s area
B. hypothalamus
C. substantia nigra
D. thalamus

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct option is: B. hypothalamus

Explanation:

Hypothalamus is a structure present in the brain of the vertebrates. It is a vital part of the nervous system that connects the nervous system and the endocrine system and is responsible for producing and secreting neurohormones.

It is also responsible for regulating the body temperature, appetite, sexual behavior, sleep, fatigue, emotional responses and thirst.

In the given example, the symptoms experienced by Elaina most likely suggests that the brain tumor is affected the hypothalamus.