Question

Who is known as the father of endocrinology?

Answer 1

Father of endocrinology:

1. Thomas Addison is known as the father of endocrinology.
2. He discovered Addison's disease was caused by a deficiency of aldosterone from the adrenal cortex.
3. He also discovered pernicious anaemia due to a deficiency of vitamin B₁₂ also known as Addisonian anaemia.