Endocrinology |
Endocrinologists deals with hormone diseases such as Diabetes, Obesity, Hyperlipidaemia, Thyroid disorder, Osteoporosis , male sexual disorders like impotence and infertility, female hormone problems like- hirsutism (abnormal hair growth) irregular menstruation, infertility, menopausal syndrome etc.
Common Endocrinology Problems
DIABETES
Diabetes is the most common endocrine disorder. Endocrinologist provides expertise in managing both insulin and oral therapies to control blood sugar and prevent complications. Disorders of Cholesterol and Fat Metabolism (Dyslipidemias)
another common metabolic problem is an elevated level of LDL cholesterol and/or triglycerides, or a reduced level of HDL. These abnormalities can be genetic, acquired or caused by several other disorders, and increase the risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease. Please see a General Physician or Endocrinologist if you have this problem.
Thyroid Disease
After diabetes, the most common endocrine disorder is thyroid disease. This includes hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and nodular thyroid disease and thyroid cancer. Endocrinologists evaluate these disorders, biopsy suspicious thyroid nodules, and offer various treatment alternatives.
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