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GlossaryEndocrine Organ

specialized structure that releases hormones into the bloodstream

An endocrine organ, also known as an endocrine gland, is a specialized structure in the body that produces and releases hormones directly into the bloodstream. These hormones act as chemical messengers that regulate various physiological processes, such as metabolism, growth, and mood. Examples of endocrine organs include the thyroid gland, adrenal glands, and the pancreas.

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Pediatric Endocrine-Disrupting Chemical Exposure Produces Irreversible Organizational Injury: Biomarker Evidence Necessitating a Precautionary Public Health Framework

research Pediatric Endocrine-Disrupting Chemical Exposure Produces Irreversible Organizational Injury: Biomarker Evidence Necessitating a Precautionary Public Health Framework

June 2026 in “Scholarly review .”

Endocrine-disrupting chemicals cause irreversible harm to children's development, increasing disease risk.

research The skin as an endocrine organ

75 citations , September 2009 in “Dermato-endocrinology”

The skin produces and processes hormones, affecting both local and overall body functions.

research The hair follicle as a neuro-immuno-endocrine organ: Implications in hair disorders and regenerative therapies

January 2026

Understanding hair follicle signaling can improve hair disorder treatments.

research Endocrine effects of long-term calcineurin inhibitor use in solid organ transplant recipients

7 citations , August 2025 in “European Journal of Endocrinology”

Long-term use of calcineurin inhibitors in transplant patients can cause hormone issues that can be managed with proper care.

research Prolactin: an emerging force along the cutaneous–endocrine axis

51 citations , July 2010 in “Trends in Endocrinology and Metabolism”

Prolactin may play a significant role in skin and hair health and could be a target for treating skin and hair disorders.

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community Weed/THC effects on hair growth/hair loss, and vitality of organ-culture human follicle studies (research review)

in Research/Science 4 upvotes 1 year ago

Cannabis and THC may have mixed effects on hair, with some studies suggesting potential negative impacts on hair growth in isolated hair follicles, but these results are hard to apply to living humans. Treatments like minoxidil and finasteride are commonly used for hair loss, and the effects of cannabis might be neutral or vary based on individual factors.

community Vitamin E and K deficiency (F,25)

in Research/Science 3 upvotes 2 months ago

Vitamin E and K deficiencies due to exocrine pancreatic insufficiency may affect hair growth. A scalp biopsy is recommended to check for autoimmune-related hair loss.

community Does the PG-free version of RU58841 have lower absorption compared to the PG version?

in Chat 5 upvotes 9 months ago

The conversation discusses the absorption and effectiveness of PG-free versus PG versions of RU58841, with some users believing PG improves efficacy while others see no difference. Concerns about RU58841's potential side effects on the endocrine system are also mentioned, with one user considering switching to pyrilutamide.

community Ejaculation & balding: NoFap has helped me stop my hair loss [case study]

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The user claims NoFap (abstaining from pornography, masturbation, and orgasm) helped stop their hair loss. Others argue that hair loss is primarily due to genetics and DHT, which can be managed with finasteride.

community If we can clone a sheep why we can't cure baldness till now

in Research/Science 181 upvotes 10 months ago

Hair loss treatments like Minoxidil, finasteride, and stem cell therapies exist, but a complete cure is hindered by genetic complexity and market dynamics. Cloning hair follicles is considered a potential solution, but it's currently not feasible.

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