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The Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases and Disorders (Facts on File Library of Health and Living)

By William Petit Jr. , Christine Adamec

Book information

Publisher
Facts On File
Year
2005
ISBN
9780816051359, 9780816066384, 0816051356
LCC
RC649.P48 2005
Google Books ID
5n5KnItC9YEC
Open Library ID
OL11359828M
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
1 MB (1310906 bytes)
Series
Facts on File Library of Health and Living
Volume
1st Edition
Edition
1
Pages
353\353
Orientation
yes
Scanned
no
Time added
2010-02-18 13:16:04

Description

The endocrine system includes the adrenal glands, the hypothalamus, the pancreas, the parathyroid, the pineal gland, the pituitary gland, the ovaries, the testicles, and the thyroid, all of which are actively involved in major and minor life processes. Millions of people in the U.S. suffer from endocrine diseases and disorders, including several million who have hyperactive thyroids and 16 million with diabetes. The Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases and Disorders is a complete guide to the endocrine system and everything related to it. Including both major and minor issues, several hundred detailed entries cover treatments, medications, symptoms, illnesses, social issues, anatomy, and much more. Comprehensive in scope, this accessible encyclopedia contains appendixes listing useful resources, organizations and associations, and publications. Examining a wide array of different health topics in clear and concise language, The Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases and Disorders is an important reference for people of all ages.

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