Endocrinology is the study of medicine that relates to the endocrine system, which is the system that controls hormones. Hormones regulate:

• Breathing 
• Metabolism, which is the chemical process of converting food into energy 
• Reproduction 
• Sensory perception 
• Movement 
• Sexual development 
• Growth 

Hormones are produced by glands and sent into the bloodstream to the various tissues in the body. They send signals to those tissues to tell them what they are supposed to do. When the glands do not produce the right amount of hormones, diseases develop that can affect many aspects of life.

Endocrinologists are specially trained physicians, who treat those that suffer from hormonal imbalances. They have thoroughly studied hormonal conditions and know the best treatments and therapies. options. Most general practitioners have the skills necessary to diagnose and treat basic hormonal conditions, but sometimes the help of a specialist is needed.