Hormone deficiency, also known as endocrine hypofunction, occurs when glands in the endocrine system do not produce enough hormones. This can happen for various reasons, including:
- Damage or disorders of the pituitary gland, which helps regulate other hormone-producing glands.
- Diseases affecting the glands themselves.
- Injury or removal of endocrine glands during medical treatment (e.g. surgery).
Some common hormone deficiencies are:
Growth Hormone Deficiency
* Causes: injury, tumors, radiation
* Effects: poor growth, muscle weakness, increased body fat
Thyroid Hormone Deficiency
* Causes: Hashimoto's disease, radiation, surgery
* Effects: fatigue, weight gain, sensitivity to cold
Testosterone Deficiency
* Causes: disorders, tumors, medications, aging
* Effects: low libido, erectile dysfunction, fatigue
Estrogen/Progesterone Deficiency
* Causes: menopause, ovarian failure/removal
* Effects: hot flashes, vaginal dryness, bone loss
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