An endocrinologist is a doctor who deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the endocrine system. The reception is conducted by highly qualified specialists with extensive practical experience, who successfully solve any problems related to diseases of the endocrine glands. We have assembled an excellent team of professionals, whose experience is now being adopted by many Russian and foreign colleagues.
What symptoms should I contact an endocrinologist with?
• continuous thirst, dry mouth;
• sudden fluctuations in weight, the presence of excess weight or lack of it;
• frequent urge to urinate;
• a feeling of discomfort in the neck, an increase in the volume of the front of the neck, difficulty breathing and swallowing;
• swelling, dry eyes, lacrimation;
• fatigue, decreased performance, general malaise, drowsiness, memory impairment, frequent headaches;
• trembling in fingers and limbs for no apparent reason, pain in joints and muscles of the arms, spine;
• irregular menstrual cycle, amenorrhea, problems with conception, spontaneous abortions;
• arrhythmia, increased anxiety, unreasonable fear;
• a sharp decrease in visual acuity;
• itching of the skin in the absence of rashes;
• problems with appetite, frequent constipation;
• excessive sweating;
• hair loss or vice versa, their growth is too intense.
In addition, an appointment with an endocrinologist is necessary if you are at risk. It includes people whose loved ones suffer from diabetes mellitus, have thyroid diseases, have suffered an early stroke or heart attack. In addition, an endocrinologist's consultation is absolutely necessary if you are planning a pregnancy.
People over 40 years of age, as well as overweight patients, regardless of age, are recommended to undergo annual regular checkups with an endocrinologist and donate blood for sugar.
How is the endocrinologist's appointment going?
An endocrinologist's consultation is a great opportunity to learn as much as possible about the causes of endocrine pathologies and methods of their prevention.
The endocrinologist's appointment does not differ much from the classic therapist's appointment and includes:
• examination, measurement of height, weight;
• collection of medical history;
• study of research results;
• diagnosis;
• development of an individual treatment program;
• selection of a wellness program.
You will receive detailed explanations on the diagnosis and the prescribed treatment. Based on the results of the examination, a paid endocrinologist may prescribe additional studies. The doctor will also give recommendations regarding the normalization of nutrition and lifestyle changes, and will select an individual therapeutic diet. The endocrinologist's office is equipped with all the necessary materials for rapid diagnostics to determine the amount of sugar in the blood, microalbuminuria and the presence of ketone bodies in the urine.
What diseases are treated by an endocrinologist
• thyroiditis, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, toxic, endemic and nodular goiter;
• hyperprolactinemia, Cushing's disease, diabetes insipidus;
• diabetes mellitus, diabetic foot syndrome;
• acromegaly (excessive production of growth hormone);
• adrenal insufficiency;
• obesity;
• chronic fatigue syndrome;
• hypoglycemia;
• erectile dysfunction;
• infertility (female and male);
• osteoporosis;
• lactic acidosis;
• premenstrual syndrome, amenorrhea, Stein-Leventhal syndrome, etc.
The most common endocrine pathologies are diabetes mellitus and obesity.
What kind of diagnosis is being carried out
In addition, the specialist uses the following laboratory and instrumental diagnostic methods:
• hormonal background research;
• Ultrasound of the thyroid gland, CT, MRI;
• blood sugar test;
• Thyroid scintigraphy;
• blood test for glycolized hemoglobin;
• glucose tolerance test;
• biochemical blood test with a complete lipidogram.
The endocrinologist of our Center, based on the conducted diagnostic complex, will make the only correct diagnosis, prescribe competent treatment, monitor the dynamics of therapy and the result of its action.
Make an appointment with an endocrinologist
You can make an appointment with an endocrinologist by calling +7 7172 57 74 40, +7 702 094 77 71
