Archive for 'Hormones And Gland Disorders'
How To Tackle With Hypothyroidism in Adults
29 February 2008What is this Condition? In this disorder, thyroid hormone levels in the blood are too low because of a problem in the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, or hypothalamus (a crucial brain structure that governs many body functions). Hypothyroidism is most common in women. In the United States, the incidence is rising significantly in people ages [...]
Harmful Effects of Diabetes Insipidus
11 December 2007What is this Condition? A disorder of water metabolism, diabetes insipidus results from a deficiency of a hormone called vasopressin or antidiuretic hormone. It’s characterized by excessive consumption of fluids and profuse urination. The disorder has no relationship to the much better-known form of diabetes called diabetes mellitus. Diabetes insipidus may start in childhood or [...]
