Hormonal and endocrine disorder
Hormonal and endocrine disorders involve the malfunction of glands that produce hormones, resulting in either an excess or deficiency of hormones. The hypothalamus, a key regulatory center in the brain, controls many of these glands by secreting hormones that influence the pituitary gland. Below is a list of hormone and endocrine disorders categorized by their association with specific glands, including hypothalamic disorders . 1. Hypothalamic Disorders The hypothalamus regulates the pituitary gland, and any dysfunction here can disrupt a wide array of hormonal pathways. Hypothalamic disorders are often rare and can result from tumors, trauma, genetic defects, or inflammatory diseases. a. Hypothalamic-Pituitary Disorders Hypothalamic Dysfunction - General dysfunction of the hypothalamus, which can lead to issues in body temperature regulation, growth, weight, appetite, and sleep cycles. Causes : Tumors (craniopharyngioma, gliomas), head trauma, genetic mutations, infections. Symptoms...