Endocrinology and diabetology

Endocrinology is a medical field focused on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the endocrine glands , which include, for example, the thyroid gland, parathyroid glands, pituitary gland, adrenal glands and others. These glands produce hormones - chemical substances that fundamentally affect most processes in the human body. Disorders in the functioning of the endocrine glands can lead to either a deficiency or, conversely, an excess of hormones, which is manifested by a wide range of problems. Common symptoms of hormonal disorders include:

• chronic fatigue and loss of energy
• unwanted changes in body weight (weight loss or gain)
• feelings of pressure or discomfort in the neck area
• skin changes and excessive hair loss
• noticeable bulging eyes (typical of some thyroid disorders)

If an endocrine disease is suspected, we perform an initial examination, based on which we determine the further necessary diagnostic procedure. This usually includes laboratory tests (examination of the levels of the relevant hormones, or special urine tests) and imaging methods - most often an ultrasound examination of the affected gland. The goal of endocrinological care is to accurately determine the cause of the problem and to initiate a treatment that will lead to an improvement in the patient's health and the restoration of hormonal balance.

Diabetology is a field focused on the diagnosis, treatment and long-term monitoring of patients with diabetes . At our clinic, we specialize primarily in type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes – it occurs when the body stops responding properly to its own insulin (so-called insulin resistance ) or cannot produce enough of it. The result is an increased blood sugar level, which, over time, damages blood vessels, nerves and various organs. Common symptoms of type 2 diabetes include:

• frequent urination
• excessive thirst
• fatigue and general weakness
• delayed wound healing
• blurred vision
• recurrent infections (e.g. yeast infections)

Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. Prediabetes often has no visible symptoms, but it puts you at significantly increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other complications. Early detection and consistent lifestyle changes can prevent or significantly delay the development of diabetes.