The department of Endocrinology at Aster MIMS is committed to providing comprehensive care to patients with hormonal and metabolism conditions. The department and its clinicians facilitate diagnosing and treating problems such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, obesity, irregular menstruation, and osteoporosis. They also hold expertise in treating conditions such as pituitary and adrenal disorders, growth and pubertal problems in children, and calcium-related problems.
The department boasts state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic technologies including a glucometer rental system, continuous glucose monitoring system, insulin infusion pump, and DXA bone densitometry. Besides, it also facilitates diabetic health check-ups and obesity clinics. ASTER EASY CARE is a new diabetes follow-up program in which diabetic patients are closely monitored.
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FAQs
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What do endocrinologists and diabetologists do?
Endocrinologists and diabetologists in Kannur at Aster MIMS are skilled medical professionals who perform various treatments and examine medical conditions. Endocrinologists address the entire endocrine system and diagnose problems related to endocrine glands. Diabetologists are subspecialists in endocrinology and address all types of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes.
What questions should you ask an endocrinologist and diabetologist?
You must ask questions related to medical conditions and treatments they prefer. Thus, consult them regarding the best treatment options, the recovery process, the number of appointments required, fees involved, precautions to consider before any testing, side effects and reactions to monitor post-treatment, and other questions according to your condition.
What are the most common types of conditions that endocrinologists and diabetologists treat?
Hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, growth hormone deficiency, adrenal gland problems, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), infertility, and metabolic disorders are major focus areas of endocrinologists. Type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes are major focus areas of diabetologists.
When should I consider seeing an endocrinologist and diabetologist?
If you’re experiencing thyroid disorders, growth hormone deficiency, adrenal gland problems, unnatural weight gain/ loss, etc., you should see endocrinologists at Aster MIMS in Kannur. Similarly, frequent urination, excessive thirst, increased hunger, fatigue, etc., are major signs that indicate the urgency of seeing top diabetologists.
How do endocrinologists and diabetologists decide on a treatment plan?
Medical professionals, endocrinologists, and diabetologists examine patients’ medical conditions through imaging and diagnostic tests. They also conduct specific medical tests, such as urine or genetic tests for endocrinology, Hemoglobin A1c tests, and Glucose Tolerance tests (OGTT) for diabetology. Thus, personal treatment care should be formed accordingly.
Will endocrinologists and diabetologists help manage side effects during treatment?
Yes, endocrinologists and diabetologists in Kannur at Aster MIMS provide personal treatment care during and after treatment. This involves monitoring patients’ medical conditions, side effects and reactions to medications and treatment, and medication adjustment.
What documents should I carry on my first visit to endocrinologists and diabetologists?
If it’s your first visit to see endocrinologists and diabetologists in Kannur at Aster, you must carry medical reports, imaging and diagnostic test results, a prescription of current medications, a referral letter (if any), and other documents/ reports of medical conditions you suffered in the past.
How should I prepare for my first visit to endocrinologists and diabetologists?
You must prepare by following medical professionals' instructions related to your diet before undergoing diagnostic and imaging tests. Further, wear comfortable clothes that do not hinder the treatment process, carry related documents on your first visit, and follow medical instructions.
