Endocrinology and Diabetes
Dr. Yara Mohamad Hejazi
General Pediatric Consultant, Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes
About
Clinical Expertise & Procedures Offered
- Manages a wide range of general pediatric conditions and endocrinology conditions, including:
- Common illnesses like colds, diarrhea, vomiting and ear infections
- Chronic diseases such as asthma
- Diabetes
- Growth Disorders: ( short stature)
- Puberty Disorders
- Thyroid Conditions
- Adrenal Disorders
- Metabolic Bone Diseases
- Disorders of Sex Development (DSD)
- Obesity
Conditions treated
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a common endocrine disorder characterised by chronic anovulation, clinical or biochemical hyperandrogenism, and polycystic ovarian morphology on ultrasound. It is a heterogeneous condition with significant metabolic and reproductive implications.
Addison’s Disease
Addison's disease is a chronic endocrine disorder characterised by insufficient production of adrenal corticosteroids-primarily cortisol and aldosterone-due to adrenal gland dysfunction or destruction.
Common Hormonal Disorders (Endocrinopathies)
Hormonal disorders, or endocrinopathies, are conditions caused by the abnormal production (too much or too little) of a hormone by an endocrine gland, or by the body's inability to respond to a hormone properly.
Hypothyroidism
A disorder in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone.
Diabetes Mellitus
A group of metabolic diseases characterised by chronic high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) due to defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both.
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