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Diseases that affect the secretion by endocrine glands.

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Adrenal

A gland of the endocrine system that produces essential hormones including adrenaline (epinephrine) and cortisol. Located above the kidneys.

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The gonads, the primary reproductive organs, are the testes in the male and the ovaries in the female. These organs are responsible for producing the sperm and ova, but they also secrete hormones and are considered to be endocrine glands.

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Pancreas

A large, elongated gland located behind the lower portion of the stomach that secretes the hormones insulin and glucagon into the blood. These hormones are essential in regulating blood sugar levels. The pancreas also secretes enzymes into the small intestine that help with digestion and neutralize acid from the stomach.

This category is for websites with subject matter pertaining to the disease of diabetes.

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Parathyroid

The sole purpose of the parathyroid glands is to regulate the calcium levels so the nervous and muscular systems can function properly. They are four pea sized glands located behind the thyroid.

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Pituitary

An endocrine gland located at the base of the brain, in the small recess of a bone - certain sections of the pituitary each secretes important hormones including growth hormone (GH) and antidiuretic hormone (ADH).

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Thyroid

The thyroid (from the Greek word for "shield", after its shape) is one of the larger endocrine glands in the body. It is a double-lobed structure located in the neck and produces hormones, principally thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), that regulate the rate of metabolism and affect the growth and rate of function of many other systems in the body. The hormone calcitonin is also produced and controls calcium blood levels. Iodine is necessary for the production of both hormones. Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) are the most common problems of the thyroid gland.

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Endocrinology practices should be sent to Health/Medicine/Medical_Specialties/Endocrinology/Clinics_and_Practices/

Adrenal

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