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Endocrinologia, Diabetes & Metabolism

The different kinds of medication and treatments available for high cholesterol

High cholesterol, particularly elevated low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack and stroke. Managing cholesterol levels effectively is crucial, and there are various medications available to reduce cholesterol and maintain heart health, as well as lifestyle modifications.

Use of technologies for type 1 diabetes in children.

Managing type 1 diabetes has evolved significantly with the integration of modern technologies, making life more manageable for patients by offering real-time insights and improved control over blood sugar levels. These advancements have shifted diabetes care from manual calculations and insulin injections to automated, data-driven solutions, improving both safety and quality of life.

Diabetes type 2: The crucial role of weight management in regaining health

Although a lifelong condition, recent research reveals that it’s possible to reverse type 2 diabetes through targeted lifestyle changes. At the heart of this approach is weight management – a key factor for insulin sensitivity, blood sugar, and potentially diabetes reversal. Here, Dr Dipesh Patel, leading Endocrinology and Diabetes Consultant Physician, explores the crucial role of weight management in reversing type 2 diabetes, discussing how diet, exercise, and other lifestyle adjustments can support long-term health.

How can hormones stop weight loss?

When it comes to weight loss, many factors influence the process, and hormones play a significant role. Hormones are chemical messengers in the body that regulate various functions, including metabolism, appetite, and energy storage. If your hormones are imbalanced, they can create obstacles that make losing weight challenging, even with diet and exercise. We speak to a leading endocrinologist who explores the role of hormones in weight management and why hormonal imbalances might stop weight loss.

Understanding hormone replacement therapy: what it is, why it's used, and how it's administered

When we reach menopause, the sexual glands stop producing certain hormones that don’t only signify the end of menstruation, but an entire system shift that takes its toll on the body. Hormone replacement therapy is a way to ease this transition so that it is less turbulent and uncomfortable. We spoke to a leading consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist in Kent, who told us all about hormone replacement therapy and its purpose.

Understanding pituitary tumours

The pituitary is a gland located at the base of the brain and it is responsible for managing the hormones that determine the body’s growth, metabolism, and sexual reproduction. Dysfunction of this gland will take a toll on the body. Sometimes the gland does not work for simple operational reasons, but sometimes it is due to the presence of a tumour.

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