New research flips the script on male aging: it’s not just age or testosterone driving…
Browsing: Endocrinology
Endocrinology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the study and treatment of disorders related to hormones and the endocrine system, which comprises glands such as the thyroid, pancreas, adrenal glands, and pituitary gland. These glands produce hormones that regulate metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction, sleep, and mood among other things. Endocrinologists diagnose and treat conditions such as diabetes, thyroid diseases, metabolic disorders, over or under production of hormones, menopause, osteoporosis, hypertension, cholesterol disorders, and infertility. The field requires a deep understanding of the biochemical mechanisms that make the body function and how they are affected by disturbances in hormonal systems. Treatment modalities in endocrinology include hormone replacement therapies and other interventions that help restore hormone balance and address the specific symptoms of various endocrine disorders.
A new study compared three popular diet strategies—intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, and continuous calorie-cutting—to see…
A major new study reveals that combining the weight-loss drug tirzepatide with menopause hormone therapy…
Estrogen generated in the brain may play a role in regulating appetite, potentially opening new…
Intermittent fasting benefits adults but may harm young beta cells, increasing diabetes risk in adolescents.…
Scientists are uncovering the powerful role hormones play in skin aging, revealing new potential treatments…
Testosterone therapy nearly halves mortality in men with Klinefelter syndrome, highlighting the need for early…
Levothyroxine use in older adults may increase bone loss even with normal TSH levels, highlighting…
Blue light exposure from screens may accelerate bone growth and puberty in rats, suggesting potential…
Study finds no link between period changes and weight loss New research suggests that increasing…
High-intensity exercise is more effective at suppressing hunger than moderate levels, especially in females, according…
Adults with type 2 diabetes may significantly improve their beta-cell function and possibly reduce the…
Moderate coffee or caffeine consumption may lower the risk of developing multiple cardiometabolic diseases, according…
Research published in Endocrinology identifies certain chemicals, such as musk ambrette found in personal care…
Researchers debunk myths about intermittent fasting, confirming its safety and effectiveness in not altering diets,…
Research presented at the 26th European Congress of Endocrinology in Stockholm suggests that elevated cortisol…
Dr. Christine Swanson, MD, MCR, is investigating the link between inadequate sleep and bone disease.…
Study in mice finds that a widely-used medication prevents damage to fat tissue from injuries…