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Why haven't I heard of human growth hormone before?   created at May 19, 2009   127   Human growth hormone (HGH),also known as somatotropin,is a peptide hormone primarily produced by the anterior pituitary gland.It plays a crucial role in childhood growth and development,stimulating cell growth and reproduction in most tissues,particularly ...

Demystifying the Central Nervous System: Understanding Its Vital Functions   created at May 03, 2009   331   The central nervous system (CNS),comprising the brain and spinal cord,acts as the body's command center,receiving,processing,and transmitting information to coordinate virtually all bodily functions.The brain,responsible for higher-level cognitive function...

Understanding the Underlying Causes of Growth Hormone Deficiency   created at May 19, 2009   139   Growth hormone deficiency (GHD) can significantly impact an individual's health and well-being, but understanding its root causes is crucial for effective management. Here, we delve into the primary factors contributing to adult-onset GHD.Surgery: Surgical...

A description of growth hormone   created at May 19, 2009   123   Growth hormone is a necessary protein produced by the pituitary gland in the hypothalamus of the brain. Growth hormone is the primary hormone responsible for the growth that occurs as a child matures into a full sized adult. Growth hormone plays an integra...

What are the types of brain tumors?   created at May 04, 2009   346   There are primary and secondary brain tumors. Tumors that begin in brain tissue are known as primary tumors. Secondary tumors are when cancer spreads from another site to the brain, which is called metastasis. Brain tumors are classified by the type of tis...