Endocrinology (32 results)
The endocrine system is a complex collection of hormone-producing glands that control basic body functions such as metabolism, growth and sexual development.
The amount of hormones produced by each gland is carefully balanced. Too much or too little of a certain hormone can have effects throughout the body and cause various endocrine disorders. Many of the hormones produced by the endocrine glands interact with each other to maintain balance.
The endocrine system consists of the pituitary gland, hypothalamus, pancreas, adrenal cortex, thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, and gonads.
The endocrine glands secrete the hormones they produce directly into the bloodstream. On the other hand, the exocrine glands actually secrete their substances through ducts to particular areas. Examples of exocrine glands include the salivary glands and the sweat glands. Most endocrine glands are controlled by trophic (stimulating) hormones secreted by the pituitary gland. The pituitary gland, in turn, is controlled by hormones secreted by the hypothalamus in the brain.
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The endocrine system includes not only the pancreas—the organ involved in the development of diabetes—but also the pituitary, thyroid, and other glands.
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Statistics relating to endocrine disorders
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Detailed information on hormones and their role in the workings of the endocrine system
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Detailed information on the anatomy and function of the pituitary gland
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Detailed anatomical description of human pancreas, including simple definitions and labeled, full-color illustrations
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Detailed information on the adrenal gland, its anatomy and function
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Detailed information on the thyroid gland, including anatomy and function
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Detailed information on the most common types of thyroid function tests
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Detailed information on parathyroid glands, including anatomy and function
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Detailed information on the anatomy and function of the reproductive glands
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Type 1 diabetes usually develops in children or young adults, but can start at any age.
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Hypoglycemia is most often seen as a complication of diabetes and is sometimes referred to as "insulin reaction."
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Pituitary Gland Disorders
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Many disorders of the pituitary gland require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the conditions, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Pancreas Disorders
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Many disorders of the pancreas require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the conditions, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Adrenal Gland Disorders
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Many disorders of the adrenal glands require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the conditions, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Thyroid Disorders
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Many disorders of the thyroid require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the conditions, for which we have provided a brief overview.
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Parathyroid Gland Disorders
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Many disorders of the parathyroid glands require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the conditions, for which we have provided a brief overview.