endocrinology

Acromegaly (Greek-enlargements of the extremities) is a hormonal disorder resulting from excessive production of the growth hormone by the pituitary gland after puberty, often referred as gigantism.

Do you know what Osama bin Laden and John F Kennedy have in common? They are both Addisonians!

Adrenocortical carcinoma is a rare but aggressive form of cancer that affects the outer cortex layer of the adrenals situated atop the kidneys.

Allergic rhinitis (AR) causes a collection of symptoms, mostly in the nose and eyes and occurs when one breathes in allergens that leads to its inflammation.

Anabolic steroids can produce power- packed, adrenaline –pumping performances but they also reflect a saga of condemnation and shame.

Autoimmune disorders occur when the immune system fails to recognize the body as ‘self’ and attacks it.

Starting hormone therapy at around the time of menopause was found to be associated with a very high risk of breast cancer.

Breast pain is seen more commonly in women of the reproductive age group. The pain may vary in different stages of the menstrual cycle.

Symptoms of intense warmth in the face accompanied by rapid heartbeat and profuse sweating are common with menopause. Acupuncture is proven to be quite effective in treating such hot flushes.

Chemotherapy with the EDP-mitotane regimen appears to have better outcomes in patients with adrenocortical cancer as compared to the streptozocin-mitotane regimen.

Charcot foot is a condition commonly affecting diabetes patients leading to destruction of bones of the feet and bony deformities.

Presently the term “primary hyperaldosteronism” is used to describe Conn syndrome and other associated conditions involving an aldosterone-secreting adenoma.

A new drug VX-770 has been synthesized to treat cystic fibrosis patients. Going by reports, it is working wonders!

The HbA1c assay is the gold-standard measurement of chronic glycemia and measures the amount of glucose that binds to hemoglobin over a period of 3 months

A study indicates that patients suffering from both diabetes and kidney dysfunction have increased chances of suffering heart diseases and death following a heart attack.

Pets like cats and dogs suffer from diabetes, which is similar to that in humans. It is treated with insulin injections.

Sugar-sweetened beverages contribute to metabolic syndrome leading to higher risk for type-2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

Recent study indicates that type 1 diabetics with very poor blood sugar control are at a higher risk for developing heart failure and this happens at a lower age than the general population.

Hormone Replacement Therapy popularly known, as “HRT”is a means of replacing the sex hormones estrogen and often progesterone for post-menopausal women.

Encyclopedia section of Medindia gives a preview about Human Growth Hormone (HGH)

Graves'' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. Other causes include goiter, thyroiditis, large doses of thyroid hormones.

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body lacks sufficient thyroid hormone. Iodine deficiency is the main cause of hypothyroidism.

The use of internet by pregnant women with type 1 diabetes is on the increase. Internet can provide quality information besides support from health professionals.

Increased interferon gene expression could result in neutrophil dysfunction and cause variability in outcomes in patients suffering from ARDS.

To control IDD, the ‘National Goiter Control Program (NGCP)’ was launched which was later renamed as the ‘National Iodine Deficiency Disorder Control Program (NIDDCP)’.

The earliest reports of iodine deficiency emerged from China, almost 5000 years ago. Nature came to the rescue in the form of sea weeds and many of those who ate sea weeds actually weeded out

Presence of maternal thyroid auto-antibodies feared as being one of the potent causes for miscarriages and pre-term births.

Melatonin has finally been accepted as effective treatment for insomnia and other sleep disorders. Jetlag as well as sleeplessness in the elderly may also be benefited by these hormone supplements.

Metabolic Syndrome is associated with sedentary lifestyle .It makes a person more prone to develop type 2 diabetes and coronary artery disease.

How is migraine; the most commonly dreaded disorder affecting a huge number of women around the globe? Does it have anything to do with the menstrual cycle? Does hormone fluctuation affect it?

The hormone Oxytocin has been lovingly referred to as the ‘cuddle chemical’ or the ‘love drug.’ But it now plays a dubious role in promoting prostitution.

Physical activity plays a role in reducing deaths associated with metabolic syndrome. Though higher level of activity has a better impact even low levels are better than being completely inactive.

The period of maturation of sexual and physical characteristics is known as puberty and when these bodily changes happen before time it is known as ‘precocious puberty’.

High or low thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) level is indicative of a dysfunctional thyroid.

The word stress, as is commonly known, is generally referred to any factor that affects the physical, physiological and emotional well being

Testosterone is an anabolic steroid hormone of the androgen group. It is secreted by the testes in males and is the chief male sex hormone.

Testosterone, a vital male hormone, largely responsible for the development and enhancement of male vitality. Testosterone replacement therapy may help older men get a better control over their health.

“Shaped like a butterfly she sits within the neck,” that’s what an anonymous poet wrote about the thyroid gland but it can become cancerous and spread to other parts.

Brain–thyroid relationships are less apparent in the adult brain, though important. These are more significant in a developing brain.

For the first time scientists established a relationship between the maternal thyroid function and the outcome of the lie of the head during delivery.

The genetic material, DNA, which is referred to as the 'blue print of life', enfolds within it all the information that goes into the making of an individual

Vandetanib delays progression of locally advanced or metastatic differentiated thyroid cancer.