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Compare and contrast the metabolism of alcohol in men versus women.
Cortisone
A glucocorticoid hormone used as a medication to treat inflammation, allergies, and rheumatoid arthritis among other conditions.
Cushing's Syndrome
A hormonal disorder caused by prolonged exposure of the body's tissues to high levels of the hormone cortisol.
Addison's Disease
A disorder characterized by insufficient production of certain hormones by the adrenal glands, leading to symptoms like fatigue and weakness.
Target Cells
Cells that are specifically affected by particular hormones, drugs, or pathogenic agents due to the presence of corresponding receptors.
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