Endocrinism

/ˌɛndoʊˈkraɪnɪzəm/ noun

Definition

A medical condition or disorder caused by abnormal functioning of the endocrine glands.

Etymology

From 'endocrine' + '-ism' (condition or disease), created to describe pathological states of hormone imbalance.

Kelly Says

Endocrinism captures the whole category of hormone-related diseases—from thyroid problems to diabetes—showing how one conceptual framework can encompass diverse medical conditions affecting different glands.

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