Endocrinology
Endocrinology
Fundamentals of Endocrinology
- Introduction to Endocrinology: Understanding Hormones and Their Functions
- Endocrine vs. Exocrine Glands: Key Differences and Roles
- Hormones and Their Classification: Peptide, Steroid, and Amine Hormones
- Mechanisms of Hormone Action: Receptors, Signaling Pathways, and Feedback Loops
- Neuroendocrine System: Interaction Between Nervous and Endocrine Systems
Major Endocrine Glands and Their Functions
- Hypothalamus and Pituitary Gland: The Master Regulators of Hormonal Control
- Thyroid Gland: Functions, Disorders, and Hormonal Regulation
- Adrenal Glands: Role in Stress Response and Metabolism
- Pancreas and Hormonal Regulation of Blood Sugar
- Gonadal Hormones: Functions of Testosterone, Estrogen, and Progesterone
Hormonal Regulation and Homeostasis
- Endocrine Feedback Mechanisms: Positive vs. Negative Feedback Loops
- Calcium Homeostasis: Role of Parathyroid Hormone and Calcitonin
- Regulation of Growth and Development: Growth Hormone and IGF Pathway
- Water and Electrolyte Balance: Role of ADH and Aldosterone
- Circadian Rhythms and Hormonal Control: Role of Melatonin
Endocrine Disorders and Diseases
- Diabetes Mellitus: Types, Causes, and Hormonal Imbalances
- Thyroid Disorders: Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, and Goiter
- Cushing’s Syndrome and Addison’s Disease: Adrenal Gland Disorders
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS): Causes, Symptoms, and Hormonal Imbalance
- Dwarfism and Gigantism: Growth Hormone Disorders and Their Impact
Advanced Topics and Recent Trends
- Endocrine Disruptors: Environmental Chemicals and Their Impact on Hormones
- Obesity and Hormonal Regulation: The Role of Leptin and Ghrelin
- Hormonal Control of Reproductive Cycles and Fertility Treatments
- Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine in Endocrinology
- Artificial Pancreas and the Future of Endocrine Research
