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Hormones Australia

Vision and mission

Hormones Australia aims to improve the health of Australians through increasing understanding about hormones and hormone-related conditions.

How Hormones Australia can help

Hormones Australia provides current, evidence-based information, best practise advice and the outcomes of the latest research informed by Australia’s world leaders in endocrinology.

Hormones Australia is hosted by the Endocrine Society of Australia (ESA).

The Endocrine Society of Australia (ESA) is the national authority for the treatment of endocrine related conditions and disease, and a specialist society of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP). ESA is a non-profit organisation of scientists and clinicians who conduct research and practice in the field of Endocrinology.

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Last reviewed: September 2023

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Ovaries - Hormones Australia

Ovaries produce and release eggs (ova) and make the hormones estrogen, progesterone and some testosterone. These hormones regulate the menstrual cycle and protect bone health.

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Find An Endocrinologist - Hormones Australia

An endocrinologist is a doctor who specialises in hormones and conditions caused by problems with hormones. Use our search tool to find an endocrinologist near you.

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Hypothyroidism - Hormones Australia

Hypothyroidism is the most common thyroid disorder in Australia, affecting around 1 in 33 Australians. It is usually a permanent condition where the thyroid

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Pituitary Gland - Hormones Australia

What hormones are produced by the pituitary gland? The pituitary gland produces a range of hormones, including adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH), growth hormone (GH), thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), follicle stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinising hormone (LH) and prolactin.

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Growth Hormone Deficiency - Hormones Australia

Growth hormone deficiency occurs when the pituitary gland does not produce enough growth hormone (GH). The range of symptoms can be treated through GH replacement.

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Thyroid Gland - Hormones Australia

What hormones are produced by the thyroid? The thyroid makes triiodothyronine (T3), thyroxine (T4) and calcitonin. These hormones are important for metabolism, energy production, body temperature, heart rate, bone growth, reproductive function and other bodily functions.

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The Endocrine (or Hormonal) System - Hormones Australia

The endocrine system is the body’s communication network. It is made up of specialised glands, which make and release hormones into the blood.

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Hyperthyroidism - Hormones Australia

Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland becomes overactive and produces too much thyroid hormone. In Australia, it is estimated that hyperthyroidism affects 3 in 1000 people...

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Testes - Hormones Australia

What hormones are produced by the testes? The testes produce testosterone, the main male sex hormone. Testosterone is important for development of the male reproductive organs, production of sperm, maintaining muscle mass and growth of facial and body hair.

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