The endocrine system, which releases hormones, is responsible for regulating the body, particularly growth, development, metabolism, and tissue function. The medical field which deals with the endocrine system is endocrinology.
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Recommended Resources
EndocrineWeb provides information about endocrine diseases, conditions, hormone problems, and treatment options. Web site is intended for the education of patients and their families.
http://www.endocrineweb.com/
Endotext.org covers clinical endocrine practice, including current information on the manifestations of endocrine disease, diagnosis, and treatment. Web site is directed to physicians.
http://www.endotext.org/
This website is dedicated to providing support and education for those interested in pituitary disorders. The website also has a message board that makes it easy to share your health concerns with others suffering from disorders of this important gland. You can also learn about clinical trials being conducted to treat these disorders.
http://www.pituitarydisorder.net
Society for Endocrinology Journals
The Society for Endocrinology Journals is a research resource for anybody interested in these fields. You can access five journals: Endocrine-Related Cancer, the Journal of Molecular Endocrinology, Endocrine Abstracts, Clinical Endocrinology and the Journal of Endocrinology. You can also get subscriptions to these journals through this website.
http://www.endocrinology-journals.org
