Acromegaly
Acromegaly causes parts of the body to grow larger often affecting people in middle age. It can be effectively treated, especially if diagnosed early.
Hormonal diseases
The hormonal system, also called the endocrine system, is a network of glands and organs that make hormones. Sometimes, the body may make too many or too few hormones, or it might stop responding properly to them. This can result in endocrine disorders and diseases. Explore the topics below to learn more.
Addison's disease
Addison's disease is when your adrenal glands don't make enough cortisol and aldosterone. Read about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment.
Cushing's syndrome
Cushing's syndrome is a hormonal disorder with a wide range of symptoms. Learn what causes Cushing's syndrome and why it is difficult to diagnose.
Gigantism
Gigantism is a rare condition that causes children to grow abnormally fast and tall. It can be treated successfully, but there may still be symptoms.
Goitre
Goitre is a swelling of your thyroid gland at the base of your neck. Find out more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for goitre.
Growth disorders
Growth disorders are disorders that can cause abnormally fast or slow growth. They can be caused by genes, hormones, or nutrition.
Gynaecomastia
Gynaecomastia is the development of enlarged breasts in males - also sometimes called 'man boobs'. Find out how gynaecomastia is treated.
Hashimoto's disease
Hashimoto's disease causes your body to produce too little thyroid hormone. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism (thyrotoxicosis) is when the thyroid gland is overactive and produces too much thyroid hormone. Learn about symptoms and treatment.
Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone. Read about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Primary aldosteronism
Primary aldosteronism is a condition where you make too much of the hormone aldosterone — find out about the symptoms, causes and treatments.
Thyroid problems
If your thyroid gland becomes overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism), you may experience a range of health problems.
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