Vnitr Lek 2025, 71(8):484-488

Endocrine disruptors and diabetes mellitus

Michaela Svojtková, Lucie Kolátorová, Jana Vítků
Endokrinologický ústav, Oddělení steroidů a proteofaktorů, Praha

The incidence of diabetes mellitus of all types has been increasing in recent years. At the same time, the number of anthropogenic chemicals in the environment that can influence the endocrine system is increasing. These substances are called endocrine disruptors (EDs) and their effects on endocrine-active organs are intensively studied. The relationship between ED and diabetes mellitus is a current topic of research. This review presents the current state of knowledge about the role of ED in all types of diabetes and the possible late consequences of their exposure during development. It also briefly discusses a basic overview of endocrine disruptors, the current state of legislation and the possibilities for preventing ED exposure.

Keywords: bisphenols, diabetes mellitus, endocrine disruptors, late effects, parabens, phthalates.

Accepted: November 26, 2025; Published: December 15, 2025  Show citation

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