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Osteoporosis and other bone diseasess

Insulin Resistance and Type II Diabetes

Osteoporosis and other bone diseasess

 

Oteoporosis is a process in which the structure and density of bones is reduced which increases the risk of fractures. Fractures may occur after only minor falls or injuries. Treatment includes identifying risk factors for bone loss and treatment to improve bone mineral density and reduce fracture risk. 

Thyroid disorders

Insulin Resistance and Type II Diabetes

Osteoporosis and other bone diseasess

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck that makes thryoid hormones.  Diseases of the thyroid can result in an over or under production of thyroid hormones. The thyroid can also develop nodules; an abnormal overgrowth of thyroid cells that can produce symptoms relating to compression or less commonly develop into thyroid cancer.

Insulin Resistance and Type II Diabetes

Insulin Resistance and Type II Diabetes

Cardiovascular risk factor optimisation

Type II diabetes  is a chronic condition caused by hgih levels of peripheral insulin resistance and  insufficient insulin production from the pancreas.  It is important to control diabetes to minimise the risk of long term complications. There are many lifestyle and pharmacological therapies available. 

Cardiovascular risk factor optimisation

Cardiovascular risk factor optimisation

Cardiovascular risk factor optimisation

Cardiovascular health is closely linked with metabolic health including insulin resistance, pre-diabetes, diabetes and overweight/obesity. Many of our current treatments target both cardiovascular and metabolic health. 

Weight management

Cardiovascular risk factor optimisation

Weight management

Elevated weight can be associated with insulin resistance, lifestyle factors such as physical inactivity, medications and of course, genetics.  Management includes screening for reversible risk factors, lifestyle modifications and weight loss medications. 

Pituitary disorders

Cardiovascular risk factor optimisation

Weight management

The pituitary gland is located in the brain and is considered the 'master' endocrine gland as it sends hormonal signals to other endocrine organs in the body. Pituitary disorders are caused when the gland produces either too much or too little of hormones. 

Male Hypogonadim

Polycystic ovarian syndrome

Male Hypogonadim

 Male hypogonadism is a clinical syndrome that results from failure to produce physiological levels of testosterone (androgen deficiency) and a normal number of sperm due to either organic or functional suppression of the hypothalamic–pituitary–testicular (HPT) axis.  

Menopause

Polycystic ovarian syndrome

Male Hypogonadim

With age, the ovaries produce reducled levels of oestrogen which can lead to symptoms of menopausae which include hot flushes, vaginal dryness, mood disorders, fatigue, changes in cognition. There are effective therapies available to relieve these symptoms. Women are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis after menopause so screening is recommended. 

Polycystic ovarian syndrome

Polycystic ovarian syndrome

Endocrine issues associated with Eating Disorders

 PCOS is a common endocrine condition associated with irregular menstrual cycle and clinical features such as acne or unwanted hair on the face or body (hirsutism) or hair loss.  Patients may have high levels of androgens such as testosterone.  Treatment includes lifestyle modifications and medications. 

Endocrine issues associated with Eating Disorders

Endocrine issues associated with Eating Disorders

Endocrine issues associated with Eating Disorders

Patients with eating disorders are at risk of premature bone loss and fractures, disorders of electrolytes, thyroid dysfunction and changes in menstrual cycles. 

Cardiovascular risk management

Endocrine issues associated with Eating Disorders

Hypercalcaemia and hyperparathryoidism

Disorders such as insulin resistance, type II diabetes, PCOS and overweight/obesity are associated with increased cardiovascular risk. Treatment includes screening for risk factors and targeted lifestyle modifications and pharmacotherapy. 

Hypercalcaemia and hyperparathryoidism

Endocrine issues associated with Eating Disorders

Hypercalcaemia and hyperparathryoidism

  The parathyroid glands are four, very small glands found in the neck behind the thyroid gland. The main role of the parathyroid glands is to produce parathryoid hormone which regulates calcium levels in the blood.  Excessive levels of parathryoid hormone can lead to elevated calcium levels and bone and kidney disease. 


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