Endocrine diseases
Follow the links on this page to find trusted information about endocrine diseases.
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Adrenal glands
The adrenal glands are two endocrine glands sitting on top of each kidney. They form part of the body's hormonal system. They produce several hormones that are involved in controlling your blood pressure, metabolism and your body's response to stress.
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Pancreatic diseases
Links to articles about pancreatic diseases.
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Risk Checker
Find out if you're at risk of heart disease, kidney disease or type 2 diabetes in just a few minutes using the healthdirect Risk Checker.
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Digestive system cancers
Information about digestive system cancers from leading Australian health organisations.
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Graves' disease
In this autoimmune condition, the thyroid gland in the neck produces too much thyroid hormone that can cause tremor, anxiety, a racing heart, goitre and bulging eyes.
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Thyroid gland
The thyroid is a soft bow-shaped gland which sits in the front of the neck, just below the Adam’s apple. Learn more about what they do and medical conditions related to them.
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Thyroid cancer
Thyroid cancer can, in most cases, be treated. Find out how it develops, what the symptoms are and when you should see a doctor.
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Pineal gland
The pineal gland is a very small gland in your brain and it is part of the body's endocrine system.
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Hashimoto's disease
Hashimoto's disease can cause your body to produce too little thyroid hormone. Find out more about its causes, symptoms and treatment.
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