簡介/endocrinology Overview:
內分泌科是醫學的一個專科,專注於內分泌系統及其相關疾病。內分泌系統由多個腺體組成,這些腺體負責分泌激素,這些激素在調節身體的代謝、成長、發育、情緒和生殖等方面發揮重要作用。

Endocrinology is a branch of medicine that focuses on the endocrine system and its related disorders. The endocrine system consists of various glands that secrete hormones, which play vital roles in regulating metabolism, growth, development, mood, and reproduction.

常見的內分泌疾病包括:
糖尿病:影響胰島素的分泌或作用,導致血糖水平異常。
甲狀腺疾病:如甲狀腺功能亢進或減退,影響代謝。
腎上腺疾病:如庫欣症和阿迪森病。
生殖內分泌問題:如多囊卵巢綜合症。

Common endocrine disorders include:
Diabetes Mellitus: Affects insulin secretion or action, leading to abnormal blood sugar levels.
Thyroid Disorders: Such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, impacting metabolism.
Adrenal Disorders: Conditions like Cushing’s syndrome and Addison’s disease.
Reproductive Endocrine Disorders: Such as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).