Demystifying Endocrine Disorders: Thyroid, Diabetes, and More

An endocrine disorder refers to the unstable function of the endocrine system. This includes hormone-secreting glands, hormone receptors and organs that are directly impacted by hormones. The lack of stability causes several enduring disorders in the body, such as diabetes, thyroid, menopause and many more. The endocrine disorder can impact fertility, bone & tissue growth and growth disorders. It is essential to seek help from the best diabetes management hospital if you encounter any of these disorders.  

WHAT CAUSES ENDOCRINE DISORDERS: 

Hormonal imbalances within the body most commonly cause endocrine disorders. When the glands produce more or less hormones than regular limits due to various reasons such as: 

1. A genetic disorder
2. Infections or disease 
3. Injuries to the endocrine glands 
4. Tumor of an endocrine gland 

Due to their complexity and severity, to seek the correct treatment and diagnosis, patients are instructed to constantly visit hospitals that excel in diabetes management, thyroid management or other peripheral problems.  

TYPES OF ENDOCRINE DISORDERS: 

Various types of endocrine disorders could happen; however, the most prevalent ones are:

1. DIABETES - Indefinitely the most prevalent endocrine disorder within the body. Diabetes is a disorder that impacts how the body converts food into energy. Diabetes blocks the flow of insulin (hormone) within the body and spikes blood sugar. Park hospitals are home to the best diabetologists in Gurgaon and Delhi NCR for treating type 1 and type 2 diabetes.  

2. HYPERTHYROIDISM - when the thyroid gland boosts its production of hormones, which causes unwarranted weight loss, excessive sweating, faster heart rate and nervousness. Hyperthyroidism speeds up the body's overall metabolism, causing constant fatigue, constipation, dry skin and possible depression.   
3. POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME - generally referred to as PCOS, the spiked production of androgens interfere with the development of eggs and their release from the female ovaries. PCOS is among the  leading cause of infertility in women worldwide. 

4. ADRENAL INSUFFICIENCY- adrenal insufficiency usually occurs when the body releases too little of certain hormones, namely cortisol and aldosterone. Symptoms of adrenal insufficiency include an upset stomach, fatigue, dehydration and skin changes.         

5. CUSHING'S DISEASE - caused by the overproduction of pituitary gland hormones, which causes an overactive adrenal gland. Another similar disease is Cushing syndrome, which usually occurs within individuals with higher levels of cortisol (hormone) 

TESTING FOR ENDOCRINE DISORDER: 

1. SCREENING - The screening and testing process for endocrine disorders is carried out by specialists called endocrinologists. Trained in problems regarding the endocrine system, Park Hospitals is home to some of the best endocrinologists in India. 

2. SYMPTOMS - While the symptoms vary vastly between each disorder and specified gland, the most recurring symptoms are fatigue, weakness, unwarranted weight fluctuations and cholesterol and glucose level fluctuations.  

3. URINE TESTS- Doctors and endocrinologists will collect urine tests to check patients' hormone levels. These tests will help identify which endocrine disorder the patient has and what treatment he should undertake. 

4. BLOOD TESTS- Because endocrine disorders are complex, doctors and endocrinologists will require blood work to suggest medication changes and an apt treatment plan.         

TREATMENT: 

1. Hormone suppression -  certain overactive glands can cause an overflux of hormones, which in turn leads to gigantism, hyperthyroidism, Cushing's disease and more. Through the proper diabetes management or endocrinologist, the correct prescription of medication can contribute significantly. 

Patients will also require revised healthcare plans and diet tips to maintain a lifelong hormonal balance.    

2. Hormone replacement therapy - Endocrine disorder causes a lack of hormone release. This can be minimized through hormone replacement therapy, which is used to replace hormones that are at critically lower levels.   

PARK HOSPITALS ENDOCRINOLOGY TREATMENT:  

Established in 1982 and envisaged to be a collection of medical professionals that provide the most optimal and holistic medical treatment with access to cutting-edge technology, advanced medical techniques and a plethora of knowledge. Today, Park hospitals are present in 13 Indian cities, providing endocrinology treatment from the best diabetologists in Gurgaon.  

Working with patients and ensuring their hormone levels are balanced and stable, Park Hospitals help prevent a variety of health problems, such as 

1. Diabetes 
2. Heart diseases 
3. Osteoporosis 
4. Pituitary tumors
5. Thyroid diseases 
6. Adrenal disorders 

And supports its patients throughout their recovery process.