The endocrine system includes the major glands, like the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas and adrenal glands.
Endocrine diseases can interfere with these organs, or the effect of the hormones they produce, to cause illness. Diabetes is a common endocrine disease. Other endocrine conditions include hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and osteoporosis. Follow the links below to find trusted information about endocrine diseases.
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Homeostatic imbalances, which occur when feedback loops are broken or altered, can have very serious, or even fatal, consequences. This video covers diabetes, hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, explaining in detail how they result from malfunctions of homeostatic processes and discussing the impact they have on people suffering from these conditions.