Endocrine system is the compilation of glands that secrete different types of hormones into the bloodstream to reach a target organ that has cells having proper receptors.Articles on endocrine system are available below-

Most important endocrine diseases in children:

1. Thyroid disorders

• Hyperthyroidism
• Hypothyroidism
• Endemic cretinism

2. Cushing’s syndrome
3. Diabetes mellitus (DM)

• Type 1 DM(insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus,IDDM or juvenile-onset DM)
• Type 2 DM(non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus,NIDDM or adult onset DM)

4. Obesity
5. Hypospadias and cryptorchidism
6. Precocious puberty
7. Cancer of endocrine glands.