As a whole, skeletal dysplasias are not common. They affect one in every 4,000-5,000 births, although the incidence may be higher since the symptoms may not manifest until early childhood, when short stature, joint abnormalities or other complications arise.
Role of Hormones in the Body. Hormones play a role in nearly every aspect of the bodyâs day to day functioning. For example, they regulate sexual functioning, menstruation, pregnancy, bone health, and the bodyâs overall mood and emotions.
Historical Examples. 1  This is unquestionably to be interpreted as a case of hormone action. 2  His mother's face, still faintly shiny with hormone cream, turned toward him. 3  This gland is now known to manufacture and pour out into the blood a hormone which is a regulator of metabolism.