内分泌失调

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Comprehensive Care for 内分泌失调

Diagnosing an endocrine disorder can be challenging because symptoms often mimic those of other conditions, 治疗方案可能很复杂. That’s why people with an endocrine disease need to see a provider with advanced expertise in this specialized area of medicine. 

犹他大学健康中心, 大发娱乐的执照, fellowship-trained endocrinologists provide advanced care for people with endocrine disorders. Our endocrinologists are dedicated to comprehensive care, clinical research, quality improvement. Our goal is to provide patients with the most effective, evidence-based care strategies available.

什么是内分泌失调?

Endocrine disorders affect the body’s endocrine system, which uses gl和s throughout the body to produce 和 release hormones. Hormones are chemical messengers that travel from your endocrine gl和s to other parts of the body. 它们大发娱乐控制许多身体机能, 包括血压, 成长与发展, 新陈代谢, 性功能, 和情绪. 

The body’s main endocrine gl和s include the following:

  • 肾上腺
  • 女性的卵巢
  • 男性的睾丸
  • 胰腺
  • 脑下垂体
  • 甲状腺

主要对. 继发性内分泌紊乱

A primary endocrine disorder occurs when one endocrine gl和 stops working correctly. A secondary endocrine disorder occurs when a master gl和 (such as the pituitary gl和) that regulates other gl和s stops working.

常见内分泌紊乱

The most common endocrine disorders include the following:

内分泌失调原因 & 风险因素

原因

The endocrine system is robust 和 usually doesn’t develop problems. 然而，如果：

  • your endocrine system stops making a specific hormone,
  • your endocrine system makes too much or too little hormone, or 
  • your body stops responding to one or more hormones. 

风险因素

Many of the following factors can cause an endocrine disorder:

  • 自身免疫状况
  • 遗传学/家族史
  • 体重增加和减少
  • 过度活跃或不活跃的腺体
  • 药物治疗
  • 肿瘤

内分泌失调是遗传性的吗？?

内分泌失调可以遗传. 如果你的家族有 2型糖尿病, your risk of developing 糖尿病 may be higher than that of the general population. Many less common endocrine diseases tend to run in families as well. These include adrenal tumors 和 thyroid disease. 对于一些遗传性内分泌疾病, genetic test results can guide the treatment plan 和 help other family members underst和 their risk for developing an endocrine disorder.

内分泌紊乱symptoms

Endocrine disorders can be challenging to diagnose because symptoms often mimic those of other conditions. 

  • 骨折
  • 心率变化
  • 眼睛和皮肤的变化
  • 高血糖水平
  • 高钙含量
  • 低或 高血压,
  • 不孕不育
  • 月经周期紊乱
  • 丧失性欲
  • 无法解释的体重变化

Fatigue is common for people with an endocrine disorder. If you experience fatigue 和 any of the symptoms listed above, talk with your doctor. 

女性内分泌失调vs. 男人

男人 和 women can experience many of the same endocrine disorders, but their symptoms may vary. For instance, a woman with high testosterone hormone levels may experience excessive hair growth. A man with low testosterone levels may lose facial hair. 

内分泌紊乱治疗

The endocrinologist will develop a personalized treatment plan based on your diagnosis, symptoms, 以及健康史. 

  • 激素疗法 能大发娱乐恢复某些激素水平吗.
  • 药物治疗 can help regulate your body’s production of hormones 和 relieve side effects of endocrine disease, 比如恶心和高血压.
  • 生活方式的修改 can include changes to your diet or exercise plan.
  • Surgery, medication,/or radiation therapy may be appropriate for people with a tumor of the endocrine system.

什么时候应该去看内分泌科医生?

If you experience endocrine disorder symptoms, talk with your primary care provider who can order blood tests to screen for an endocrine condition. If needed, they’ll refer you to an endocrinologist.

To see an endocrinologist at U of U Health for any other endocrine disorder besides 糖尿病, you will need a referral from your primary care provider. 

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如何检查内分泌紊乱

Testing can determine whether you have an endocrine disorder 和 help your provider better underst和 how an endocrine disorder may be affecting your health. 测试可能包括： 

骨质疏松症测试

许多内分泌失调可引起 骨质疏松症, a condition in which your bones become weak 和 brittle. Your primary care provider or endocrinologist may order a bone density (DEXA) scan to test for 骨质疏松症. DEXA扫描快速、简单、无痛. 它们包括简单的x光检查. Results will help your care team develop a personalized treatment plan for you.

What to Expect at Your First Appointment with an Endocrinologist

You will see an endocrinologist 和 a medical assistant during your first endocrinology appointment at U of U Health. Since we are a teaching hospital, you may also see a physician-in-training (a resident or fellow).   

请携带下列物品：

  • 现时药物一览表
  • 健康保险信息
  • Lab results that may not be in your chart, such as hormone testing performed elsewhere
  • Personal health logs that may not be in your chart, 比如记录你的血糖水平, 食物摄入量, 或者月经周期

如果你有 糖尿病, please bring any technology related to your care, such as a continuous glucose monitor 和 glucometer.

Your visit will include a conversation about your health history, symptoms, lifestyle habits. 大发娱乐还将进行体检, 包括你的身高, 重量, 血压, heart rate 和 review of any previous test results with you.

We may order additional blood tests or imaging to learn more about your condition. We’ll let you know when to return to the clinic for a follow-up visit. 

转介过程看内分泌学家

如果你有 concerns about an endocrine disorder other than 糖尿病, you will need a referral from your primary care provider before scheduling an appointment. 然而，被诊断患有 糖尿病 do not need a referral to see an endocrinologist at U of U Health. 打电话给801-581-7761 安排预约.