Endocrinologic Diseases

Diabetes Mellitus

A group of diseases that result in too much sugar in the blood (high blood glucose), hyperglycemia.

Central Diabetes Insipidus

A rare disorder that causes an imbalance of water in the body, leading to intense thirst and heavy urination due to a problem with a lack of antidiuretic hormone (ADH) production or release.

Hypoglycemia

A condition in which your blood sugar (glucose) level is lower than the standard healthy range.

Hyperparathyroidism

A condition where the parathyroid glands create too much parathyroid hormone, leading to high levels of calcium in the blood (hypercalcemia).

Hypoparathyroidism

A rare condition where the body produces abnormally low levels of parathyroid hormone, leading to low calcium levels in the blood (hypocalcemia).

Hyperthyroidism

A condition in which your thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, high metabolism.

Graves' disease

an autoimmune disorder that causes hyperthyroidism, shown by goiter, tremors, bulging eyes, and increased appetite.

Hypothyroidism

A condition in which your thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormone, slow growth.

Hashimoto's disease

an autoimmune disorder and a common cause of hypothyroidism. The immune system attacks the thyroid.

Goiter

An abnormal enlargement of your thyroid gland.

Congenital Iodine Deficiency Syndrome

Also known as cretinism, it's a condition resulting from severe iodine deficiency during fetal development and infancy, leading to impaired physical and mental development.

Primary Hyperaldosteronism

A condition in which the adrenal glands produce too much aldosterone, leading to high blood pressure and low potassium levels.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

A hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age, characterized by irregular periods, excess androgen levels, and often polycystic ovaries.

Cushing's Syndrome

Caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of cortisol. Causes weight gain, thin skin, easy bruising, muscle weakness, and hypertension.

Addison's Disease

The adrenal glands produce too little cortisol and or aldosterone. Symptoms include fatigue, weight loss, hypotension, darkened skin, and muscle weakness.

Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors

Rare tumors originate from pancreatic islets. Symptoms vary greatly depending on the hormones produced, but may include abdominal pain, weight loss, and digestive issues.

Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia

A group of inherited disorders that affect the adrenal glands, leading to a deficiency in enzymes needed for hormone production, such as cortisol and aldosterone.

Myxedema

A severe form of hypothyroidism characterized by swelling of the face, hands, and feet, along with slow mental and physical activity.

Acromegaly

A hormonal disorder that results from too much growth hormone (GH) in the body, leading to enlarged bones in the face, hands, and feet, and changes in appearance.

Pituitary dwarfism

A condition caused by insufficient production of growth hormone by the pituitary gland, resulting in abnormally short stature.