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  • Endocrine System for Parents


    The glands of the endocrine system and the hormones they release affect almost every cell, organ, and function of our bodies.

  • Definition: Pediatric Endocrinologist for Parents


    A pediatric endocrinologist is a doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of children with diseases of the endocrine system, such as diabetes and growth disorders.

  • Hyperthyroidism & Graves Disease for Parents


    Hyperthyroidism means the body is working too fast because of too much thyroid hormone, often due to Graves disease.

  • Prolactin Blood Test for Parents


    A prolactin test helps doctors diagnose problems in the pituitary gland and other conditions, like irregular periods.

  • Healthcare Providers: Endocrinologists for Parents


    An endocrinologist is a doctor who studies and treats diseases and conditions that affect growth, development, puberty, and energy levels.

  • Goiters and Thyroid Nodules for Parents


    An enlarged thyroid gland is a lump that can be felt under the skin at the front of the neck. When it's big enough to see easily, it's called a goiter. A thyroid nodule is a lump or enlarged area in the thyroid gland.

  • Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto Thyroiditis for Parents


    An underactive thyroid makes too little thyroid hormone, causing hypothyroidism. Hashimoto thyroiditis, which causes most cases of hypothyroidism in kids and teens, is a condition in which the immune system attacks the thyroid.

  • Congenital Hypothyroidism for Parents


    Some babies are born with a thyroid gland that didn't develop correctly or doesn't work as it should. This is called congenital hypothyroidism.

  • Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) Blood Test for Parents


    Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) tests check the level of FSH in blood. FSH plays a key role in sexual development.

  • Growth Problems for Teens


    In most cases, teens who are small are just physically maturing a bit more slowly than their friends. Occasionally, though, there's a medical reason why some kids and teens stop growing. Find out about growth problems and how doctors can help.