by STE_Admin | Apr 11, 2020 | melbourne florida endocrinologist
What is the function of the kidneys? The kidneys are two fist-sized organs located in your back. To maintain life, you need at least one to work well. The work done by the kidneys is called renal function. The three major renal functions are to: Remove waste and...
by STE_Admin | Mar 11, 2020 | melbourne florida endocrinologist
Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal gland that is directly connected to the stress response. In a healthy individual, releases adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH), a hormone produced in the pituitary gland, stimulates the production and release of cortisol...
by STE_Admin | Feb 18, 2020 | melbourne florida endocrinologist
An endocrinologist diagnoses and treats hormone imbalances and other problems with your body’s endocrine glands. Endocrine glands include the thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas, ovaries or testicles, hypothalamus, pituitary, and adrenal glands. Endocrine disorders tend to...
by STE_Admin | Jan 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
Hypopituitarism is a rare disorder in which your pituitary gland fails to produce one or more hormones, or doesn’t produce enough hormones. The pituitary gland is a kidney-bean-sized gland situated at the base of your brain. It is part of your body’s...
by STE_Admin | Dec 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
Did you know that the immune system and the processes that help the body heal don’t work so well when your sugar levels are high? If you are concerned about diabetes, call Dr. Pipek’s office today at 321-259-9500. Request an appointment easily online:...
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