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Glandular Dysfunction

Meaning

Glandular dysfunction describes an impaired or pathological functional capacity of an endocrine gland, which results in the inappropriate synthesis, secretion, or regulation of its corresponding hormones. This pathology can manifest as either a hypo-secretion (insufficient output) or a hyper-secretion (hormone excess) of a specific signaling molecule. The resulting systemic hormonal imbalance, such as hyperthyroidism or adrenal insufficiency, profoundly compromises metabolic homeostasis and overall physiological health.