The endocrine system is one of the body’s main systems for communicating, controlling and coordinating the body’s work.
It works with the nervous system, reproductive system, kidneys, gut, liver, pancreas and fat to help maintain and control
the following:

The endocrine system accomplishes these tasks via a network of glands and organs that produce, store, and secrete certain
types of hormones. Hormones are special chemicals that move into body fluid after they are made by one cell or a group
of cells. Different types of hormones cause different effects on other cells or tissues of the body.

Endocrine glands make hormones that are used inside the body. Other glands make substances like saliva, that reach the
outside of the body. Endocrine glands and endocrine-related organs are like factories. They produce and store hormones
and release them as needed. When the body needs these substances, the bloodstream carries the proper types of hormones
to specific targets. These targets may be organs, tissues, or cells. To function normally, the body needs glands that work
correctly, a blood supply that works well to move hormones through the body to their target points, receptor places on the
target cells for the hormones to do their work, and a system for controlling how hormones are produced and used.

What is an Endocrinologist?

An endocrinologist is a specially trained doctor. Endocrinologists diagnose diseases that affect your glands. They know how
to treat conditions that are often complex and involve many systems within your body. Your primary care doctor refers you to
an endocrinologist when you have a problem with your endocrine system.

What do endocrinologists do?

Endocrinologists are trained to diagnose and treat hormone imbalances and problems by helping to restore the normal
balance of hormones in your system. They take care of many conditions including: