The ability of our body to function effortlessly is because of the various parts of the body that work simultaneously to execute even the smallest task. Everything from one’s appetite to the menstrual cycles is controlled by the endocrine system of the body. What is the endocrine system? The endocrine system consists of a series of glands that produce hormones, which, in turn, controls a majority of bodily functions. The entire endocrine system is responsible for controlling the heart beats, the growth process, and the proper functioning of this system keeps disorders like diabetes, growth disorders, sexual dysfunction, etc. at bay. The endocrine system consists of the adrenal glands, hypothalamus, parathyroid, ovaries, islet cells in the pancreas, pituitary gland, pineal gland, testes, thymus, and thyroid. The hormones secreted by these glands control different bodily functions. Any disruption in the functioning of the endocrine glands can result in severe disorders. The common endocrine disorders are as follows- Cushing’s disease – This endocrine disorder is characterized by an overproduction of the pituitary gland hormone, and this causes the adrenal gland to go into overdrive. This condition might result in a sudden weight gain and can disrupt the menstrual cycle. The symptoms manifest themselves in the form of fatty deposits between the shoulders, and around the face and neck.

The endocrine system is a network of glands that produce multiple hormones that control many important body functions. These hormones also possess the ability to change the calories into energy, this energy powers the cells and organs. Apart from this, the endocrine system influences the growth of your bones and tissues, your heartbeats, and the ability to conceive. There are many various endocrine disorders that can stop the production and release of the hormones; the most common endocrine disorder in the U.S. The disorders usually arise when one of the glands produces, either a lot or very little a certain hormone. If the hormone imbalance is mild it does not require immediate treatment; it can also go unnoticed. Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the endocrine disorder is at an adequate to cause damage; it can accommodate uncomfortable symptoms, like, anxiety, rapid heart rate, and fatigue. These symptoms can be tackled by a set of medications, thereby preventing any serious complications that can be caused by the disorder. Endocrine disorders can also cause some major and life-threatening diseases like parathyroid cancer; these conditions have stronger symptoms as well as a complex treatment process. Let us look at the two categories of endocrine disorders: