Question

What happens if the endocrine gland over-secretes (secretes too much hormone)?

Answer 1

If endocrine glands secretes excess amounts of hormone, then condition is called Hypersecretion. This may lead to different disorders.

Explanation:

Few Examples: If Pituitary Gland secretes excess amounts of Growth Hormone, then the person may look more tall and the condition is called 'Gigantism'.
If Thyroid Gland secretes more amounts of Thyroxin then the condition is called Hyperthyroidism.
If Parathyroid glands secrete excess amounts of Parathormone, then the conditon called 'Tetany' arises