Abstract
In this article, normal and hyperactive states of parathyroid, thyroid, and cortisol production are examined. Their role in bone loss and the rationale for therapeutic intervention are also discussed.
MeSH terms
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Bone Diseases, Metabolic / diagnosis
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Bone Diseases, Metabolic / etiology*
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Bone Diseases, Metabolic / metabolism
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Calcium / metabolism
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Cushing Syndrome / complications*
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Cushing Syndrome / diagnosis
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Humans
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Hydrocortisone / physiology
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Hyperparathyroidism / complications*
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Hyperparathyroidism / diagnosis
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Hyperthyroidism / complications*
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Hyperthyroidism / diagnosis
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Parathyroid Hormone / physiology
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Thyroid Hormones / physiology
Substances
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Parathyroid Hormone
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Thyroid Hormones
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Calcium
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Hydrocortisone