The endocrine system is considered as the "conductor" of the body, including a network of hormone production and release routes, helping to control many important functions, especially the ability to metabolize energy. Help cells and organs. The operation of this system affects the growth and development, metabolism, sexual function and mood of the body.
The main endocrine glands of the body include:
Hill area: This area has a close relationship through blood vessels and nerves with the pituitary gland. The hypothalamus hormones will follow these roads to reserve or impact (stimulate or inhibit) to the function of the pituitary gland. The hormones due to this route include TSH - TRH, ACTH - CRH, FSH and LH -GRH, Prolactin - PiH, ADH, Oxytocin.
Pituitary gland: Located at the bottom of the brain behind the sinuses, it is also known as the "master gland" because it affects other glands, especially the thyroid gland. The pituitary gland consists of GH, Prolactin, ACTH, TSH, FSH, LH, Lipoprotein ... depending on the type of hormone, the pituitary has different functions such as deciding the growth of the body (GH) ,ness Growth and development of genital glands (LH, FSH).
The gland: This gland is located near the center of the brain and can produce hormones that control sleep.
The thyroid gland: Located on both sides and in front of the trachea, just below the larynx. The two important hormones of the thyroid gland are T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (tetraiodothyronine). The function of the thyroid gland is to regulate metabolism.
Armor gland: Located right behind the thyroid gland, the parathyroid hormone is parahormon - PTH, which works on the bones, kidneys, intestines, ... of the body.
The thymus: Located in the chest, behind the breastbone, is an important organ to create the immune system, helping T -lymphoma cells from the form of young cells into adult cells. and immune function.
Pancreatic glands: Behind the peritoneum, perform both endocrine and external functions.
adrenal gland: Located on the top of the two kidneys, secrete hormones to help balance the body. This route secretes 2 important hormones: catecholamine and cortisol.
Hormone concentrations in the body are too high or too low, all leading to hormonal disorders. Diseases and endocrine disorders also occur if the body does not respond to hormones in the way it is required. When the hormonal system is in normal state, the hormones will help balance the body's metabolism and physiological function. If one reason is broken, the balance will lead to R hormonal disorders .
Causes of Hormonal disorders's disease
Includes 2 main causes of endocrine disorders:
Some endocrine glands of the body produce too much or too little hormone, called hormone imbalance.
The development of lesions in the endocrine system (such as nodules or tumors).
The excretion of the hormones in the body is mainly regulating by reverse regulating mechanisms that air conditioning signals come from pituitary glands or other peripheral glands. When this air conditioner mechanism has a problem, it will lead to hormonal increase or decrease.
Symptoms of Hormonal disorders's disease
Signs of hormonal disorders can be recorded through manifestations such as:
The body feels tired, restless, anxious, bored, disappointed and sometimes has negative thoughts.
Psychological stress, pressure, prolonged stress and unknown cause.
acne -prone skin: The hormonal imbalance causes oily skin, sebum leading to clogged pores causing acne.
Reduce libido in both men and women.
In men, hormonal disorders are manifested by premature ejaculation, erectile dysfunction, premature sex, depression, poor concentration, muscle being mushy , sparse hands and feathers, ...
In women, when endocrine disorders often appear such as menstrual disorders, decreased libido, abnormal increased blood pressure, increased risk of infertility, Hairy, constantly suffering from gynecological diseases, ...
Transmission route of Hormonal disorders's diseaseHormonal disorders
When hormonal disorders occur, the body will lead to many diseases:
Disorders of blood lipids, diabetes is the most common hormonal disorder clinically.
Adrenal insufficiency, also known as Addison disease, manifests when patients with adrenal insufficiency include fatigue, weakness, anorexia, nausea and vomiting, weight loss, abdominal pain , pigmentation in the skin and mucosa, craving for salt, hypotension (especially when standing up), and sometimes hypoglycemia.
Cushing syndrome: Rare, symptoms of Cushing syndrome include manifestation of the upper body obesity, round face, fat appearing around the neck and arms, legs are There are signs of thin. This syndrome if occurring in children, it tends to be obese and underdeveloped.
Acromegaly and other growth hormonal disorders: This pathology occurs due to an excessive increase in hormone levels, mostly expressed in through height and body size of the child.
Hyperthyroidism: is a disease caused by increased secretion of thyroid hormones (triiodothyronine and thyroxin), common symptoms when hyperthyroidism is heart beating fast, nervous and hit chest drum. , thin weight, goiter ...
Hypertman: is a condition of the thyroid function, the thyroid gland produces hormones too little compared to the body's necessary needs, thus leading to damage in tissues. , agency and may affect the fertility of women. The common symptom of hypothyroidism is fatigue, health impairment.
Polycystic ovary syndrome: occurs when the ovaries have many small follicles, it is related to the level of hormone imbalance and insulin resistance, affecting health and fertility of women.
Early puberty: It is too early puberty in children, the reason is that the "fake alarm" routes cause sexual hormones to liberate too early. >
Prevention of Hormonal disorders's disease
Daily exercise with gentle exercises such as walking, jogging, yoga, ...
Need to have a diet, work, and rest scientifically such as eating properly and enough meals, adding a moderate amount of fat, balancing the meat and vegetables , supplementing vitamins necessary for the body ... to make the hormonal production process better.
Using clean foods and clear origin, it is best to use organic food and self -grown vegetables.
Limit, avoid exposure to polluted environment.
Get enough sleep, limit and it is best to avoid staying up late, avoid overwork, stress ...
Using birth control pills and medications that should be treated in accordance with the instructions of the doctor, should not abuse the drug, especially contraceptives.
Need periodic blood tests for early detection and timely treatment of hormonal disorders.
Diagnostic measures for Hormonal disorders's disease
The most obvious sign of hormonal disorders in patients is fatigue, long -term weakness.
Blood and urine tests to check the concentration of hormones in the body.
Diagnostic imaging: This method has a diagnostic value to locate a note or tumor.
Hormonal disorders's disease treatments
Balance of daily diet in a reasonable manner:
Add enough water per day, the amount of water needed for a healthy person is 1.5 - 2 liters of filtered water, can replace filtered water with fresh vegetable juice.
Ensure the supply of nutrients to help balance hormonal disorders in the body by adding necessary foods such as soy, carrots, potatoes , lettuce, broccoli, ...
Eat lots of foods rich in unsaturated fats such as olive oil, canola oil, peanut oil, avocado, ...
Additional fatty acids in the body appropriately such as omega - 3, omega - 6 by searching for foods from mackerel, salmon, corn oil, soy oil , ...
Treatment of diseases, digestive syndrome because digestive problems can affect autoimmune reactions such as arthritis, thyroid disorders. ..
Exercise every day, this is a way to help the body improve health, reduce inflammation, stress, support sleep and regulate metabolism in the body. However, excessive exercise should be worse than the condition.
getting enough sleep and reducing stress is also an essential factor to help with hormones in the body, every night needs to sleep from 7-8 hours.
Need to eliminate risk factors such as tobacco, coffee, wine ...
Do not use indiscriminate contraceptive pills, as directed by your doctor.
Supplement the essential vitamins for the body such as vitamin D3, need to add 600 IU of vitamin D daily for 19-70 years old, 800 IU daily for people over 70 years old. However, for people living in the dark area, in the winter, it is necessary to add about 2,000 IU to 5,000 IU of vitamin D3 per day.
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