The endocrine system is the name for the glands that produce hormones in a person’s body. These glands include the thyroid gland, pituitary gland, and adrenal gland. The endocrine system produces ...

This article, the sixth in an eight-part series, examines the anatomy and physiology of the endocrine glands and tissues associated with the gastrointestinal tract. Abstract The endocrine system ...

The endocrine system comprises glands and tissues that produce hormones to regulate and coordinate vital bodily functions. This article â the last in an eight-part series â discusses the secondary ...

Hormones, the body's chemical messengers, orchestrate a symphony of physiological processes by selectively influencing target ...

Endocrine disorders affect the endocrine system. There are various conditions that fall into this category, including diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Endocrine disorders are medical ...