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Alcohol-Induced Endocrine Disruption

Meaning

This term describes the clinical observation where exposure to ethanol perturbs the endocrine system, leading to measurable alterations in hormone synthesis, secretion, or receptor function. Such disruption frequently manifests as dysregulation within the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal or adrenal axes, impacting overall homeostasis. Understanding this process is essential for correlating alcohol intake with systemic hormonal imbalances seen in clinical practice. We specifically look for shifts in steroidogenesis and metabolic hormone profiles.