What is an Endocrinologist?
Endocrinologists are specially trained physicians who diagnose diseases related to the glands. The diseases they are trained to treat often affect other parts of the body beyond glands. While primary care doctors know a lot about the human body, for diseases and conditions directly related to glands they will usually send a patient to an endocrinologist.
What Does an Endocrinologist Do?
The glands in a person’s body release hormones. Endocrinologists treat people who suffer from hormonal imbalances, typically from glands in the endocrine system. The overall goal of treatment is to restore the normal balance of hormones found in a patient’s body. Some of the more common conditions treated by endocrinologists include:
- Menopause
- Diabetes
- Metabolic disorders
- Lack of growth
- Osteoporosis
- Thyroid diseases
- Cancers of the endocrine glands
- Over- or under-production of hormones
- Cholesterol disorders
- Hypertension
- Infertility
- Haemochromatosis
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At Hillsborough Private Clinic, we have access to the latest diagnostic tools, surgical techniques, and medicines to ensure you receive the right treatment for your particular problem.
Visiting a doctor can be stressful and worrying, which is why our entire team is readily available to help you feel relaxed and comfotable in our clinic. We look forward to welcoming you at Hillsborough Private Clinic.
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