The pineal gland, which produces melatonin to regulate sleep, can develop calcium deposits (calcifications) over time. Researchers aren’t certain why this happens, though aging, metabolic activity, ...

A bump on the back of your neck can result from a cyst, ingrown hair, or another health condition. If it grows or occurs with other symptoms, you may want to have a doctor examine it. It can be ...

John Carew, MD, is an otolaryngologist and adjunct assistant professor at the Mount Sinai Medical Center department of otolaryngology and NYU Medical Center. Bacterial and viral infections commonly ...

The pituitary gland is a pea-sized endocrine gland that is situated in the middle of the skull base and kept protected within a bony cavity called the sella turcica. It plays an essential role in ...

A study in Nature Metabolism shows that the thyroid gland contains two subtypes of thyrocytes (the cells that produce thyroid hormones) and reveals a role for Notch signalling in regulating thyrocyte ...

The mammary gland is commonly referred to as the breast and is a unique feature of mammals who suckle their infants after birth. Mammary glands or breasts are actually sweat glands that have been ...

Your surgeon will tell you which problems you are likely to have after the operation. Let your doctor or nurse know if you feel unwell or are worried about anything. There is a risk of problems or ...

Lymph nodes are small bean shaped glands found throughout the body, including the head and neck area. They are often the first place cancer cells spread to when they break away from a tumour. Surgery ...

Sjogren’s disease is a chronic autoimmune disorder in which the moisture-producing glands do not function correctly; Sjogren's can also affect internal organs. Sjogren’s disease is a relatively common ...

The endocrine system refers to the cells, glands and organs that secrete hormones directly into the blood in order to control physiological and behavioural activities. The effects of the endocrine ...

A ranula is a cyst under the tongue caused by saliva leaking into tissue. You should not pop a ranula at home because it can lead to infection. Treatment includes draining the cyst and preventing the ...