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Overview
Understanding endocrinology & diabetology
Endocrinology & Diabetology looks after the glands that make hormones, the chemical messengers that regulate metabolism, growth, energy, mood and reproduction. When these glands make too much or too little of a hormone, it can affect many parts of the body at once, so this speciality often deals with concerns that seem unrelated at first, such as tiredness, weight change, irregular periods, or unexplained sweating.
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This speciality covers thyroid gland disorders, disturbances of the pituitary and adrenal glands, calcium and bone hormone problems, and diabetes viewed as a long-term hormonal condition affecting how the body manages blood sugar. It helps people who notice persistent, unexplained changes in energy, weight, growth, or body function that point towards a hormone imbalance, as well as those already living with diabetes who need help balancing blood sugar alongside other hormone-related health goals.
Doctors in this speciality take a detailed history, review symptoms and prior reports, and use blood tests and imaging to understand which gland may be involved. They then work with patients on medicines, lifestyle changes, and regular monitoring to bring hormone levels back towards balance and to reduce the impact on daily life.
Your first visit
At your first visit, the doctor will discuss your symptoms, general health, and family history, and may examine your neck, weight, and general appearance. Bring any previous blood test reports, thyroid or hormone panels, scan results, and a written list of medicines and supplements you currently take, as these help build a clearer picture of your hormone health.
What else to expect
Depending on your symptoms, the doctor may suggest further blood tests or imaging to understand the pattern of hormone change. You will then discuss a plan that may include lifestyle adjustments, medicines, and a schedule for follow-up so that your progress can be tracked over time.
Conditions
Conditions this speciality covers
General health information about some common conditions in this field — not a complete list, and not confirmation that every treatment mentioned is available at the hospital. Please speak to a doctor about your own situation.
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
A condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormone for the body's needs.
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Hypothyroidism develops when the thyroid gland slows down, leading to a general slowing of the body's metabolism. It is more common in women and can develop gradually, so symptoms are sometimes mistaken for ordinary tiredness or ageing.
Common symptoms
Persistent fatigue
Weight gain
Feeling cold easily
Dry skin and hair thinning
Low mood or sluggish thinking
How it is assessed
Diagnosis is generally based on symptoms along with blood tests that measure thyroid hormone and pituitary signalling levels.
Treatment options
Management typically involves ongoing hormone replacement along with regular monitoring to keep levels within a healthy range.
Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
A condition where the thyroid produces more hormone than the body needs, speeding up metabolism.
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Hyperthyroidism can cause the body's processes to run faster than usual, affecting heart rate, weight, and energy levels. It has several possible underlying causes and can vary in severity between individuals.
Common symptoms
Unexplained weight loss
Rapid or irregular heartbeat
Nervousness or tremor
Heat intolerance and sweating
Sleep disturbance
How it is assessed
Assessment usually combines a clinical examination with blood tests and, when needed, imaging of the thyroid gland.
Treatment options
Treatment approaches may include medicines to slow hormone production, with other options considered depending on the underlying cause.
Type 2 diabetes (hormonal perspective)
A long-term condition where the body does not use insulin effectively, causing raised blood sugar.
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In type 2 diabetes, cells respond poorly to insulin or the body does not make enough of it, leading to sugar building up in the blood over time. Left unmanaged, this can gradually affect the eyes, kidneys, nerves and heart.
Common symptoms
Increased thirst
Frequent urination
Unexplained tiredness
Slow-healing cuts or wounds
Blurred vision
How it is assessed
Blood sugar and related blood tests are used to confirm the diagnosis and understand overall control.
Treatment options
Care generally combines lifestyle changes, weight and diet management, and medicines as advised, with regular monitoring.
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
A hormonal condition affecting ovulation, periods, and metabolism in women.
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PCOS is linked to an imbalance of reproductive hormones and can affect periods, skin, and weight, and is often connected with insulin resistance, making it relevant to both hormone and diabetes-related care.
Common symptoms
Irregular periods
Excess facial or body hair
Acne
Weight gain
Difficulty conceiving
How it is assessed
Assessment usually involves a review of symptoms, blood hormone tests, and sometimes an ultrasound scan.
Treatment options
Management focuses on lifestyle measures and medicines chosen according to individual symptoms and goals.
Adrenal gland disorders
Conditions where the adrenal glands make too much or too little of certain hormones.
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The adrenal glands produce hormones that regulate blood pressure, stress response, and salt balance; disorders here can cause a wide range of symptoms depending on which hormone is affected.
Common symptoms
Unusual fatigue
Blood pressure changes
Weight changes
Muscle weakness
Skin colour changes
How it is assessed
Diagnosis typically involves blood and urine hormone tests, sometimes followed by imaging of the adrenal glands.
Treatment options
Treatment depends on the specific hormone imbalance and may involve medicines or ongoing monitoring.
Services
Tests, treatments and services
Charges and preparation apply to a consultation, test or procedure — not to a condition.
Common approaches in this speciality
General health information about how doctors in this field usually investigate and treat — not a list of services confirmed at Shreejii. Please ask reception what is available.
Consultations
Hormone health consultation
A detailed discussion of symptoms, history and prior reports to identify possible hormone imbalances.
Why and what it involves: Hormone health consultation
Why it is done: To understand which gland or hormone pathway may need further assessment.
What it involves: A conversation with the doctor along with a general physical check.
Diagnostic tests
Thyroid and hormone panel review
Review of blood test results that measure thyroid and other hormone levels.
Why and what it involves: Thyroid and hormone panel review
Why it is done: To confirm whether hormone levels are outside the expected range.
What it involves: Interpretation of blood test reports brought by the patient or arranged as advised.
Treatments & procedures
Diabetes and hormone management planning
Building a personalised plan that considers diet, activity, and medicines for hormone or blood sugar balance.
Why and what it involves: Diabetes and hormone management planning
Why it is done: To support day-to-day control of hormone-related conditions.
What it involves: Discussion of lifestyle, current medicines, and treatment preferences.
Follow-up & ongoing care
Ongoing monitoring visits
Scheduled reviews to track hormone levels and symptom changes over time.
Why and what it involves: Ongoing monitoring visits
Why it is done: To adjust the care plan as the condition evolves.
What it involves: Repeat blood tests and a review of symptoms and wellbeing.
The hospital has not published verified charges for this speciality yet. Contact the hospital for a personalised estimate — the cost depends on the consultation, tests or procedure your doctor recommends.
Final bills depend on your treatment plan, room category and clinical needs. Insurance cover and cashless approval depend on your insurer and policy.
Diabetes involves insulin, a hormone, so it is often looked at alongside other hormone conditions, especially when several imbalances occur together.
Can thyroid problems affect weight?
Yes, both an underactive and an overactive thyroid can change body weight, though in different directions, since thyroid hormone influences metabolism.
Do hormone conditions run in families?
Some hormone conditions, including certain thyroid disorders and diabetes, can have a family tendency, so mentioning family history helps guide assessment.
Will I need lifelong treatment for a hormone condition?
Some hormone conditions need long-term management while others improve with treatment of the underlying cause; your doctor will explain what applies to your situation.
How often should hormone levels be rechecked?
This depends on the specific condition and how stable your levels are, and your doctor will suggest a suitable monitoring schedule.
Sources for general health information
This page is general health education, not medical advice. It has not been individually reviewed by a Shreejii doctor unless stated.