Hormone

to child and in cases that cancer does develop it is referred to as inherited cancer (Breast Cancer). Hormones have been show to play a large role in the risk and development of cancer. The use of hormone therapy has the potential to increase a person’s cancer risk level. Hormone therapy in women can include receiving doses of estrogen and progesterone. In the past many individuals used hormone therapy to reduce the…

Endocrine disruptors is the given name for a group of chemicals that, at certain doses, can interfere with the hormone system within mammals as well as fish and amphibians. They can be naturally occurring chemicals e.g. Arsenic, or manmade chemicals e.g. hormonally active substances excreted by humans using certain pharmaceutical products, as well as a number of chemicals derived from everyday cosmetics, plastics and personal care products. These disruptors can lead to a variety of debilating…

specifically chronic glucocorticoid has been associated with a number of neuropsychiatric disorders, specifically depression, PTSD, and even bipolar disorder. Glucocorticoid can activate the glucocorticoid receptor (GR). GR is an intracellular steroid hormone receptor. In the absence of steroid, GR is typically localized to the cytoplasm of the cell where it is bound to…

Trust, love, calmness, connectedness, and attitude are expressions that are allied with oxytocin. But how are these terms associated with a single hormone? Remarkably, it does outstanding work in our body and brain. Oxytocin affects us mentally and physically, but oxytocin is also a great life facilitator in the way it influences us. Oxytocin is most noteworthy for milk ejection and labor contraction. For women, oxytocin is a lifesaver, because it is accountable for formulating a female’s body…

According to WHO (World Health Organization) adolescence is the period that happens between the ages of 10 to 19 in which human growth and development occurs. Throughout the life span, adolescence signifies an important transition from childhood, as it is a period of ‘newness’ and change, which can be seen in the person, the dyad and the environment’. Linda P Spear supports this as she defines adolescence as ‘a period of physical, psychological and social transition between childhood and…

Epoprostenol • Definition of epoprostenol (Flolan). - Epoprostenol belongs to some hormones which present in the body naturally called prostaglandins. - It is derived from arachidonic acid . This medication is taken by a continuous injection in the vein by the use of an infusion pump . - Generic Name: Epoprostenol sodium - Brand Name : Flolan Fig. 1 Chemical structure of epoprostenol • During comparison between two GPs of patients with PPH.one of them are treated with…

The stages of human life Every human being born, grows, matures, grows old and dies. These stages are a process of continuous physical, psychological and intellectual changes. It is an irreversible and permanent evolution of changes, our body has stages of growth, maturation and degeneration. The stage of Infancy or childhood is an important stage of development, in which many skills, such as speaking, reading and understanding acquired ideas. During this period children become more precise in…

The Endocrine system is a complex mechanism of glands that secrete hormones that control almost every cell, organ, and function in each of our bodies. This system is directly responsible for regulating “metabolism, growth and development, tissue function, sexual function, reproduction, sleep, and mood”. (Zimmermann, 2016) EDC’s or Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals are environmental toxins that trigger “biochemical processes that alter development pathways” thus interfering with hormonal dispersal…

vs. low fat dairy products on cardiometabolic risk factors. Part of your analysis includes a blood test for a variety of compounds (e.g., minerals and hormones). As you sift through the data, you come across an unusual result: one subject has abnormally high calcium plasma levels. Upon further investigation, you find that their parathyroid hormone (PTH) plasma levels are also elevated. Something doesn’t seem right! Suddenly, a wave of nostalgia passes over you. It’s been years since you have…

Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is a controversial topic of debate in the medical profession. It is believed that the research and data tracking the risks and benefits of HRT are not entirely conclusive and many variables play in determining the outcome for each individual. This assignment will define HRT and discuss the benefits and risks associated with this treatment for menopausal women. Farlex Partner Medical Dictionary (2012) defines Hormone Replacement Therapy as “the use of synthetic…