Abstract
Many epidemiologic studies have examined age-related processes in humans. Some of the difficulties with these studies are noted. Endocrinologic changes of aging often are compensated for by feedback mechanisms and do not cause dysfunction. Common aging changes are reviewed.
MeSH terms
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Aging / physiology*
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Body Composition
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Calcium / metabolism
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Carbohydrate Metabolism
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Endocrine Glands / physiology*
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Female
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Humans
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Hypothalamus / physiology
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Male
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Pituitary Gland, Anterior / physiology
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Thyroid Gland / physiology
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United States
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Vitamin D / metabolism
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Water-Electrolyte Balance / physiology