However, we have to face a problem which majority of women may suffer from - illnesses or diseases related to endocrine system (Hormonal system).
What is ENDOCRINE SYSTEM?
The endocrine system comprises specialised tissues and organs - see below:
- Adrenal glands: Two glands that sit on top of the kidneys that release the hormone cortisosteroid.
- Hypothalamus: A part of the lower middle brain that tells the pituitary gland when to release hormones.
- Ovaries: The female reproductive organs that release eggs and produce sex hormones.
- Islet cells in the pancreas: Cells in the pancreas control the release of the hormones insulin and glucagon.
- Parathyroid: Four tiny glands in the neck that play a role in bone development.
- Pineal gland: A gland found near the center of the brain that may be linked to sleep patterns.
- Pituitary gland: A gland found at the base of brain behind the sinuses. It is often called the "master gland" because it influences many other glands, especially the thyroid. Problems with the pituitary gland can affect bone growth, a woman's menstrual cycles, and the release of breast milk.
- Testes: The male reproductive glands that produce sperm and sex hormones.
- Thymus: A gland in the upper chest that helps develop the body's immune system early in life.
- Thyroid: A butterfly-shaped gland in the front of the neck that controls metabolism