Endocrinology in Budapest
The meaning of endocrinology and the endocrine system
Endocrinology is the branch of medicine that deals with hormone-related diseases. The endocrine system includes the glands that release hormones. These include the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, parathyroid gland, pancreas, adrenal glands, ovaries and testes.
The way our hormones work affects our whole body. If there is any disturbance in the regulation of our life processes – metabolism, digestion, growth, sexual function, hair loss, undue weight loss, gaining weight, skin problems, visual impairment, numbness in limbs, menstrual disorders, mood swings, depression, lethargy, fatigue, osteoporosis – it is most often due to a decrease, increase or disturbance in the production of hormones by our endocrine glands.