An overview of Endocrine disorders

Endocrine disorders are diseases related to the endocrine glands of the body. The endocrine system produces hormones, which are chemical signals sent out, or secreted, through the bloodstream. Hormones help the body regulate processes, such as appetite, breathing, growth, uid balance, feminization and virilization, and weight control.

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Hormone imbalance can be caused due to a wide range of problems. These include ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪

Diabetes Cushing syndrome Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Tumours Eating disorders, hypogonadism,

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Congenital Adrenal hyperplasia Adrenal insufficiency Injuries Certain medications and treatments Hormone therapy.

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Fatigue weight gain Increased urination Dry skin Weakness in muscles Decreased or increased heart rate Blurred vision Depression Nervousness or anxiety Increased thirst Increased hunger Infertility Abnormal sweating

Apart from certain symptoms like acne, weight gain, PCOS, and infertility, hormone imbalance can lead to many health complications. They include heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity, sleep apnoea, neuropathy, kidney damage and depression. Hormone imbalances can also lead to breast cancer, endometrial cancer, urinary incontinence, goitre, sexual dysfunction, bone loss, muscle mass loss, infertility and high cholesterol. .

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These are some of the common endocrine disorders that human are most affected. ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

Acromegaly.

Adrenal Insufficiency and Addison's Disease.

Cushing's Syndrome.

Cystic Fibrosis link.

Graves' Disease.

Hashimoto's Disease.

Diabetes

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Treatment for endocrine disorder can be done by proper medication or through surgery. Depending on the condition of the diseased body, the way of treatment can be chosen.

But before the treatment procedure, effective diagnosing of the endocrine disease has to be done. Endocrinologist ďŹ rst examines the urine and blood samples for the assessment of the disorder In the endocrinology blood test, the endocrinologist measures the hormone levels and analyses the functioning of the gland. Depending on the kind of disorder, endocrinology blood test is performed using different endocrinology lab parameters.

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Exercising regularly. This can help you reduce the amount of insulin in your body, and can also help you increase your insulin sensitivity.

Stay away from refined carbs and sugar. This is because you can help your body optimize hormone function and prevent issues like weight gain and diabetes Eating 20-40 grams of protein per day. This is because protein stimulates certain hormones that suppress your appetite.

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Manage your stress. This is because stress increases two hormones in your body – adrenaline and cortisol. High amounts of both can lead to higher calorie intake and weight gain.

Consume healthy fats. This can help you reduce insulin resistance. A few examples of healthy fats are palm oil, MCT oil, and coconut oil.

Eat fatty fish.

Sleep well every night.