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The adrenal glands are small glands that sit above the kidneys. They produce hormones that affect metabolism, blood sugar regulation, blood pressure, and many other essential functions. A range of ...

The Society for Endocrinology, a UK-based organization representing a global community of scientists and clinicians working with hormones, has published updated guidelines for diagnosing and managing ...

Adrenal insufficiency occurs when your adrenal glands don’t produce enough hormones, specifically cortisol. There are three types of adrenal insufficiency. Each type has different causes, but they ...

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MENLO PARK, Calif., March 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Corcept Therapeutics Incorporated (NASDAQ: CORT), a commercial-stage company engaged in the discovery and development of drugs to treat severe ...