Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals: Effects on Endocrine Glands [PDF]
In recent years, endocrine disrupting chemicals have gained interest in human physiopathology and more and more studies aimed to explain how these chemicals compounds affect endocrine system. In human populations, the majority of the studies point toward
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Triiodothyronine suppresses humoral immunity but not T-cell-mediated immune response in incubating female eiders (Somateria mollissima) [PDF]
Immunity is believed to share limited resources with other physiological functions and this may partly account for the fitness costs of reproduction. Previous studies have shown that the acquired immunity of female common eiders (Somateria mollissima) is suppressed during the incubation fast.
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An Experimental Study of the Effects of Mesobuthus eupeus Scorpion Venom on Plasma Concentrations of Metabolic Hormones and Glucose in Rats [PDF]
BACKGROUND: Mesobuthus eupeus is an indigenous scorpion species in Southwest Iran which is respon- sible for the majority of scorpion sting cases in Khuzestan province. OBJECTIVES: The effects of M.
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Endocrine disrupting mechanisms and effects of pesticides [PDF]
Pesticides are important agents that are intentionally introduced into the environment to control various pests and disease carriers, often by killing them.
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A crab is not a fish: unique aspects of the crustacean endocrine system and considerations for endocrine toxicology [PDF]
International audienceCrustaceans—and arthropods in general—exhibit many unique aspects to their physiology. These include the requirement to moult (ecdysis) in order to grow and reproduce, the ability to change color, and multiple strategies for sexual ...
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Association of COVID-19 and Endocrine Disorders [PDF]
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), caused by the coronavirus, since its start in Wuhan a city in China has spread like a wild fire and created havoc all over the globe.
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Insulin Resistance and Glucose Metabolism during Infection
Specific critical functions of endocrine and immune cells ensure that an individual remains healthy and free from infection. This study aimed to explore immune–endocrine associations involved in disease. Methods: The PsycINFO, PubMed, Web of Science, and
Borros Arneth
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Viruses and Endocrine Diseases
Viral infections have been frequently associated with physiological and pathological changes in the endocrine system for many years. The numerous early and late endocrine complications reported during the current pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 ...
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Effect of valproic acid on metabolic status and endocrine system in pediatric patients with epilepsy: systematic literature review [PDF]
Introduction: Valproic acid (VPA) is an acidic compound that is commonly used as an anticonvulsant and mood-stabilizing agent in the treatment of epilepsy, mania and bipolar disorders as well as the prevention of migraine headaches.
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Alopecia and Clinical Presentation of Endocrinopathies: Pathogenetic and Diagnostic Aspects
The review examines the key aspects of the pathogenesis of alopecia in endocrine system pathology. The role of hormones, growth factors, cytokines and other biologically active substances has been demonstrated.
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