The Endocrine System
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Common Chemicals in Toiletries May Lead to Early Puberty
By Leslie Nemo published
Chemicals found in shampoo and makeup may shift up the onset of puberty.

It Might Stress You Out to Know What Stress Is Doing to Your Brain
By Christopher Wanjek published

The 'Mona Lisa' Allure: Could It Be the Result of Thyroid Disease?
By Rachael Rettner published
Mona Lisa's smile is often described as enigmatic, but could the mysterious allure of this iconic painting actually be due to an underlying illness in "Lisa" herself?

Woman's Odd Weight Gain Turned Out to Be a 50-Pound Ovarian Tumor
By Rachael Rettner published
A woman in Alabama who couldn't seem to lose weight turned out to have a massive tumor on her ovary, according to news reports.

Men's Testes Have a 'Microbiome.' Could It Affect Fertility?
By Rachael Rettner published
Men's testes were once thought to be free of bacteria, but a small new study suggests that microbes may live naturally in this part of the male reproductive system.

Thymus: Facts, Function & Diseases
By Alina Bradford published
The thymus is the source of T-cells. The body uses T-cells to help destroy infected or cancerous cells.

Pancreas: Function, Location & Diseases
By Jessie Szalay published
The pancreas helps regulate blood sugar levels. It is also an important aid in digestion.

What Is Ovulation?
By Cari Nierenberg published
Ovulation occurs when an egg moves from the ovaries into the fallopian tubes and is ready for fertilization.
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