Endocrinology

The study of endocrine system is known as endocrinology. The hormones secret from the endocrine glands

  • Hormones are chemical messengers that control growth and development, metabolism, sexual function, mood, and other body functions. 
  • The hypothalamus, pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenal glands, pancreas, and gonads (ovaries or testes) are all parts of the endocrine system.
  • The medical specialty, called endocrinologists, are doctors who specialized in diagnosing and treating endocrine system-related conditions.
  • Endocrinological disorders include diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders, adrenal gland disorders, pituitary gland disorders, and ovarian and testicular disorders.
  • Endocrine disorders can be treated with medication, lifestyle changes, surgery, or other methods.

Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)

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Hypoglycemia

Introduction Hypoglycemia is an urgent medical condition in which blood sugar (glucose) level is lower than the standard range, typically below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L). However, symptoms may occur if plasma glucose levels fall below 55 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/l). Hypoglycemia is often related to diabetes treatment. But other drugs and several conditions can cause low … Read more

Diabetes Mellitus: Types, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment

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Long Term Complicatins of Diabetes Mellitus

Introduction Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic condition characterized by increased blood glucose level, polyuria (excessive urine output), polydipsia (excessive thirst), and polyphagia (excessive hunger). If left untreated or uncontrolled may lead to serious damage to the heart, kidney, eyes, and blood vessels. Regulation of Blood Glucose in Healthy Condition Insulin Types of Diabetes … Read more

Hyperglycemia (High Blood Sugar)

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What is Hyperglycemia? Hyperglycemia is the medical or technical term for high blood sugar (glucose). It happens when the body does not produce insulin or cannot use insulin properly. What are the Causes of Hyperglycemia? Hyperglycemia can have various causes : Who is at Risk of Hyperglycemia? Hyperglycemia can occur in a wide variety of … Read more

Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)

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Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) The oral glucose tolerance test shows how much blood glucose rises after drinking a defined sugar solution. The test helps to identify people with increased risk of diabetes or manifest type 2 diabetes. It uses commonly during pregnancy for diagnosing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). What is an OGTT? An oral glucose tolerance test … Read more

Gestational Diabetes

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Gestational Diabetes

What is gestational diabetes (GD)? Gestational diabetes is a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism that occurs or recognizes for the first-time during pregnancy. With an incidence of around 5%, it is one of the most common diseases in pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, blood glucose levels elevate. It slightly increases the risk for certain rare birth complications. … Read more

Hormones

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The Endocrine System

Hormone Hormones are chemical messengers in the body. They transmit information and regulate numerous body processes such as metabolism, nutrition, growth and development, breathing, blood pressure, salt and water balance, sexual functions and pregnancy etc. They are released by hormone-producing cells into the surrounding tissue (paracrine secretion) or the blood vessels (endocrine secretion). Different glands … Read more