Diabetic Microangiopathy is a complication of diabetes mellitus that affects the small blood vessels (capillaries) throughout the body. It is caused by long-term high blood sugar levels, which damage the walls of these small vessels, leading to thickening, leakage, and reduced blood flow. 🔍 What Happens in Microangiopathy? 📌 Key Areas Affected ⚠️ Symptoms by […]
Osteoporosis – Overview Osteoporosis is a chronic condition where bones become weak, brittle, and more likely to fracture, even with minor falls or injuries. It occurs when bone loss outpaces bone formation, reducing bone mineral density (BMD). 📉 What Happens in Osteoporosis? 🧬 Causes & Risk Factors: 🩺 Symptoms: Osteoporosis is often called a “silent
Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. Effective management is crucial to prevent complications such as cardiovascular disease, neuropathy, nephropathy, and retinopathy. 🧬 Types of Diabetes Mellitus 🩺 Symptoms 🧪 Diagnosis Diagnosis is confirmed through blood tests:
Endocrinologists themselves don’t typically perform surgeries, but they are involved in the management of patients who need surgery related to hormonal conditions. In particular, surgeries often fall under the specialty of endocrine surgery, which is performed by surgeons who specialize in the surgical treatment of endocrine glands and related conditions. Some common surgical procedures in
