The endocrine system is made up of tissues and glands that produce hormones to coordinate and regulate vital bodily functions. Previous articles in this series have examined the anatomy and physiology ...

Introduction The endocrine system works in conjunction with the nervous system to regulate, and coordinate the activities of, the body’s tissues and organs. It consists of a collection of glands ...

An endocrine system malfunction, caused by genetics, infection, or other factors, can result in various disorders such as diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).

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