Testosterone takes a historical approach to understanding testosterone. It is a comprehensive description of the functions of testosterone and its role in determining the biological, medical, psychological, behavioral and cultural features of the male sex/gender and the male/female differences.It is a unique reference that explains not only the biological aspects of the function of testosterone, but also the psychophysical aspects. Unlike most other hormones, testosterone not only regulates biological functions of the body, but its functions are also psychological. This wide spectrum of effects influences nearly all biological and behavioral features of a male, makes testosterone particularly exciting.Sex/gender issues are of great interest for a wide readership of experts within various disciplines and specialties including GP, gynecology, pediatrics, urology, andrology, and endocrinology.

Encyclopedia of Endocrine Diseases, Second Edition, Five Volume Set comprehensively reviews the extensive spectrum of diseases and disorders that can occur within the endocrine system. It serves as a useful and comprehensive source of information spanning the many and varied aspects of the endocrine end metabolic system. Students will find a concise description of the physiology and pathophysiology of endocrine and metabolic functions, as well as their diseases. Each article provides a comprehensive overview of the selected topic to inform a broad spectrum of readers, from advanced undergraduate students, to research professionals. Chapters explore the latest advances and hot topics that have emerged in recent years, such as the molecular basis of endocrine and metabolic diseases (mutations, epigenetics, signaling), the pathogenesis and therapy of common endocrine diseases (e.g. diabetes and endocrine malignancies), new technologies in endocrine research, new methods of treatment, and endocrine toxicology/disruptors.