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endocrinology

diseases of hormonal abnormalities

endocrinology

Hypothyroidism – a common hormonal disorder

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. It is the most common thyroid disorder. The Thyroid gland The thyroid gland is situated in front of the neck just above the clavicles. It is responsible for producing thyroid hormones. The two important hormones produced by the thyroid gland...

July 11, 2018 · 8 min read

endocrinology

Unexplained weight gain – Ten common causes …

Weight gain is associated with physical and emotional distress. It results when caloric intake exceeds body requirement. True weight gain is excess body fat. Weight gain can also occur as a result of fluid accumulation in the body in certain conditions, most importantly heart diseases, kidney and liver diseases. Certain drugs can also result in...

July 8, 2018 · 6 min read

endocrinology

Diabetes Mellitus diagnosis – When to label?

For many years the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus was based on the fasting and two-hour post meals blood glucose levels. In 1997 data was examined and the level of blood sugars at which there was a very low prevalence of diabetic retinopathy (eye changes in diabetes) was established. These data confirmed the 200 mg/dl cut...

July 7, 2018 · 5 min read