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EndocrinologyEndocrinology is the study of the endocrine system, which is a collection of special organs in the body that produce hormones. Endocrine disorders include thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, and pancreas disorders, including osteoporosis and diabetes. The main function of the thyroid is to regulate the body's metabolism. Diabetes
Management Services With proper management, every person with diabetes can have a full and active life. It is important to take charge of the diabetes to decrease or prevent complications. A person may have early signs of diabetes if they show symptoms of:
A patient with a family history of diabetes will be more at risk for diabetes. Regular check-ups, eating right and exercising is essential. Our team establishes evaluates and develops a plan of
care. Creating a customized
treatment program to actively involve the person with diabetes and their family
members. This is key to managing
diabetes. Nutrition Consultation/Weight Management Careful evaluation by a dietitian and clinical diabetic nurse
practitioner can be of major importance in achieving optimal glucose control.
In addition, obtaining the appropriate thyroid laboratory studies, which
are available, together with the physical exam can assure optimal regulation of
thyroid function. Thyroid
Management The function of the thyroid regulates an array of the body's functions. If the thyroid is not functioning properly it may result in the following complications:
Thyroid hormone replacement is the most common method of treatment for thyroid disorders. Recommended
Sites The Endocrine Web The American Thyroid Association Thyroid Disease
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