Management of Diabetes, Hypertension, and Thyroid Disorders
Management of Diabetes, Hypertension, and Thyroid Disorders
Metabolic and endocrine (hormonal) disorders are among the most common health issues today, resulting from a combination of modern lifestyles, dietary habits, and genetic factors. At the Internal Medicine Clinic of Egemed Hospitals, conditions requiring lifelong management—such as diabetes, hypertension, and thyroid disorders—are carefully monitored in accordance with current medical guidelines.
Diabetes and Insulin Resistance
Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose (sugar) levels remain above normal. If not managed early on, it can lead to permanent damage (complications) to the kidneys, eyes, heart, and nervous system. At our clinic, diagnosis is made using fasting/postprandial blood sugar, HbA1c (3-month average blood sugar), and insulin resistance tests. Depending on the patient’s age and type of diabetes (Type 1 or Type 2), treatment plans involving oral antidiabetic medications or insulin therapy are developed, and an integrated lifestyle plan is created in collaboration with our Nutrition and Dietetics unit.
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Monitoring
Hypertension, which progresses insidiously and often without symptoms, is one of the leading causes of stroke and heart attack. In addition to clinic-based measurements, a 24-hour blood pressure Holter monitor is used when necessary to record fluctuations in blood pressure during the patient’s daily life. The presence of underlying (secondary) causes, such as adrenal gland disorders or vascular narrowing, is investigated, and the most appropriate medical treatment is initiated to protect target organs.
Thyroid Disorders (Goiter)
An underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism/Hashimoto’s disease), located at the front of the neck, causes severe fatigue, weight gain, and sensitivity to cold; an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism/toxic goiter), on the other hand, leads to palpitations, weight loss, and irritability. Through blood tests (TSH, T3, T4) and thyroid ultrasound, the gland’s structure and the presence of nodules are evaluated, and the proper hormonal balance is medically restored.