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Endocrine Axes Interplay

Meaning

Endocrine axes interplay describes the intricate, dynamic, and bidirectional communication networks existing among the various hormonal control systems within the body, such as the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis, the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Gonadal (HPG) axis, and the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Thyroid (HPT) axis. This coordinated interaction ensures that hormonal output from one axis is appropriately modulated by the activity of others, maintaining systemic homeostasis. Disruptions in this interplay can cascade, leading to widespread hormonal imbalances and clinical symptoms.