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Mr James Kirkby-Bott

By Mr James Kirkby-Bott
15.05.19
Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism

When do I need to remove a lipoma?

A lipoma is a benign fatty lump. Lipomas can occur anywhere the body stores a layer of fatty tissue. Most are found beneath the skin and in front of the underlying layer of muscle, occasionally they can occur between muscles. It’s very rare for a lipoma to be cancerous. When they are cancerous, we call them sarcomas. Mr James Kirkby-Bott tells us a little bit about what causes lipomas and if we need to have them removed.

Dr Rasha Mukhtar

By Dr Rasha Mukhtar
25.04.19
Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism

Are you at risk of late onset diabetes?

One particular form of diabetes seen in older groups (over the age of 40) is called LADA or Latent Autoimmune Diabetes of Adulthood, also known as type 1.5 diabetes. This type of diabetes presents itself slowly and is often diagnosed as type 2 diabetes and treated primarily with oral medication. Usually, patients will need to go on insulin injections. We asked endocrinologist Dr Rasha Mukhtar to tell us more about late onset or LADA diabetes.

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Professor Gordana Prelevic

By Professor Gordana Prelevic
20.03.19
Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for premature menopause

Premature menopause (before the age of 40) and early menopause (before the age of 45), whether spontaneous or induced, has long-term health risks. We asked Professor Gordana Prelevic, leading consultant endocrinologist, to tell us how women can reduce health risks associated with premature menopause with hormone replacement therapy (HRT).

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Dr Rasha Mukhtar

By Dr Rasha Mukhtar
08.03.19
Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism

Weight loss: when it helps to see a doctor

Over half of the UK population is overweight, and by some estimates , two thirds of us are on a diet “most of the time”. Yet for something which is so important to our health and wellbeing, quality information and support for weight loss can be hard to find. The vast majority of us have only tried fad diets or advice found in a weekly magazine, without much success. So when does it make sense to visit a doctor for advice, and what can you expect from your appointment? We asked leading consultant in diabetes & endocrinology Dr Rasha Mukhtar:

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Professor Gordana Prelevic

By Professor Gordana Prelevic
07.03.19
Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism

How to manage menopausal symptoms

For women with menopausal symptoms, making a personal, informed decision about beginning HRT, otherwise known as hormone replacement therapy, can be challenging and scary. HRT is a form of hormone therapy used to treat symptoms associated with the menopause. We asked Professor Gordana Prelevic, a consultant endocrinologist, to tell us about HRT, the associated risks and alternative therapies.

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Dr Mark Vanderpump

By Dr Mark Vanderpump
11.02.19
Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism

What is the thyroid and what is it responsible for?

The thyroid gland is located in the neck and is needed to regulate the metabolism of all cells in the body. Therefore, when something goes wrong with the thyroid, chances are, you will notice that something isn't right. Dr Mark Vanderpump, a top endocrinologist, explains the most common thyroid disorders (hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and thyroid nodules).

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Mr James Kirkby-Bott

By Mr James Kirkby-Bott
16.01.19
Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism

What is endocrine surgery? An expert’s guide to the thyroid and parathyroid glands

Endocrine surgery is surgery performed to remove all or part of an abnormal endocrine gland. Endocrine glands secrete hormones that have an effect on the way the body works away from the vicinity of the gland secreting the hormone. Examples of endocrine glands include the thyroid and parathyroid glands. Expert endocrine and general surgeon Mr James Kirkby-Bott explains:

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