Endocrinology
Endocrinology is a specialty of medicine that relates to your endocrine system, which consists of your hormones and the glands that secrete them, including the thyroid. Endocrinologists treat the diseases and disorders related to these hormones and glands.
Endocrinology specialists in Decatur, Texas
As you navigate the complexities of endocrine issues, remember you're not alone in this journey.
At Medical City Decatur, a campus of Medical City Denton, our team of endocrinology experts and diabetes specialists provides personalized care for a wide range of endocrine conditions. Our comprehensive services include evaluations, medications and advanced treatments. We will guide you through your health challenges and find solutions tailored to your needs, ensuring you're on the path to improved well-being.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Free health-related advice is just a phone call away. Our licensed nurses will help you understand your symptoms, answer health-related questions, and navigate where to seek care.
Types of endocrine disorders we treat
Conditions that can be treated by an endocrinologist include:
- Cholesterol problems
- Diabetes
- High blood pressure
- Infertility
- Menopause
- Metabolic disorders
- Osteoporosis
- Thyroid disease
Our endocrinology treatments and services
Our highly skilled specialists are here for you, providing comprehensive evaluations and treatments for various hormonal conditions.
Endocrinology services
Endocrinology focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders related to hormones. Hormone production controls or regulates a number of bodily functions, including metabolism, respiration, reproduction and movement.
Many glandular conditions cause an increase or decrease in hormones and can cause symptoms that overlap with many conditions. Our specialists are adept at looking closely at your overall health and medical history to get an accurate diagnosis.
Our endocrine doctors offer services including:
- Blood glucose monitoring — Managing diabetes requires careful blood glucose monitoring, often referred to as blood sugar monitoring. We provide essential guidance on blood glucose monitoring, along with valuable tips from diabetes educators and individuals with diabetes, helping you understand when and how to perform these checks.
- Medication management — We emphasize the significance of adhering to prescribed medications, explain the roles of your healthcare professionals and provide practical strategies for ensuring timely and property medication intake.
Low testosterone treatment
A common condition our endocrinologists treat is low testosterone. As men age, it is common for their testosterone levels to decline.
Low testosterone can result in a number of symptoms, including:
- Decreased mental quickness
- Decreasing strength and endurance
- Depression
- Erectile dysfunction
- Fat accumulation
- Fatigue
- Feeling run down
- Irritability
- Loss of muscle mass
- Low sex drive
- Poor sleep
There are several treatment options available for low testosterone levels. An endocrinologist can develop a treatment plan that will help you increase your testosterone and live a more fulfilling life.