Endocrinology Treatment

Treating endocrine disorders

Our Endocrine department offers a comprehensive range of treatments for many endocrine conditions, led by some of the region’s most experienced endocrinologists.

Hormonal problems and endocrine disorders commonly treated in our state-of-the-art facilities include:

Adrenal gland disorders

Our adrenal glands produce hormones which regulate blood sugar levels, the balance of salt, water and potassium in our body, and our response to stress. Treatment will depend on the exact diagnosis but may involve hormone replacement medication if levels are too low. Medication which blocks production of the adrenal gland hormones can be given if levels are too high. If an abnormal growth is diagnosed, surgery may be needed.

Diabetes

We work with endocrinologists from our Diabetology clinic to offer ongoing diabetes management and treatment plans for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and a range of conditions associated with the disease, including:

• Diabetic nephropathy: In collaboration with our Nephrology department, we offer treatment for diabetic nephropathy, a condition which affects the kidneys of people with diabetes. Treatment involves controlling diabetes and blood pressure through lifestyle changes and medication.
• Diabetic neuropathy: This is nerve damage caused by high blood pressure in diabetics. It usually affects nerves in the feet, leading to pain and numbness (diabetic foot). The condition can usually be managed with proper blood sugar management and adopting a healthier lifestyle.
• Insulin pump: An insulin pump is an electronic device that delivers insulin throughout the day. The treatment removes the need for injections and helps diabetics to manage their blood sugar levels more effectively.
• Diabetic ketoacidosis: A serious condition in which a lack of insulin causes the harmful build-up of ketones in the blood. Managing the condition involves careful management of insulin doses and managing blood sugar levels.
• Gestational diabetes: Diabetes during pregnancy can be managed by controlling blood sugar levels, which will reduce the chances of complications during the pregnancy.

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Obesity

An imbalance of certain hormones can cause obesity. This includes an under-active thyroid gland which causes hypothyroidism and Cushing’s syndrome, which leads to high levels of the hormone cortisol. We work closely with our Weight Management department to determine the best treatment plan for patients living with obesity.

Reproductive endocrinology

We treat a range of endocrine disorders linked to the reproductive system, including erectile dysfunction, testosterone deficiency and hypogonadism. Once the source of the problem has been identified, treatment may involve medication, procedures or surgery.

Thyroid disorders

An underactive thyroid is usually treated with daily hormone replacement medication. An overactive thyroid is treated with medication or radioactive iodine treatment, a type of radiotherapy which destroys thyroid gland cells to reduce the amount of hormones produced. Thyroid eye disease is an autoimmune disease which affects the eye’s muscles, causing them to become inflamed and the eye to bulge. Treatment may involve eye drops, steroids or orbital radiotherapy. If thyroid nodules are diagnosed, we offer fine needle aspiration cytology and follow-up to patients who have previously been diagnosed with thyroid cancer.

Comprehensive endocrine disorder treatment in Dubai

Our endocrinologists have the knowledge and expertise to offer the most appropriate and effective treatment. Talk to our team today.