Department of Diabetology

Dietetics

Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai is located at Parel, Mumbai offers end-to-end clinical, surgical, and diagnostic services. Our facility is recognized as one of the best hospitals for endocrine disorders in Mumbai housing experienced medical specialists, providing expert care in the field of endocrinology.
Endocrine disorders are mostly related to the lifestyle of the patient and require an individualized approach in treatment which can be done by customizing the treatment plan to ensure the best possible care for the patient. Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai has some of the best endocrinologists in Mumbai and collaborates with doctors from other specialties to maximize treatment benefits for the patient.
 

Overview

Diabetes is a condition in which the human body stops producing or fails to properly use insulin which is a hormone that is required to convert food into energy. The three main types of diabetes – type 1, type 2 and gestational are all defined as metabolic disorders that affect the way the body uses digested food to make glucose. We are one of the best hospitals in Mumbai for the diagnosis and treatment of different forms of Diabetes. 

  • The Department of Endocrinology 
    •    Addison’s Disease
    •    Adrenal cancer
    •    Carcinoid tumours
    •    Early puberty
    •    Goitre
    •    Hashimoto’s Disease
    •    Hirsutism
    •    Hypercortisolism
    •    Hyperglycaemia in Diabetes
    •    Hyperthyroidism
    •    Hypoparathyroidism
    •    Hypopituitarism
    •    Hypothyroidism
    Diseases and Conditions treated by the Department of Endocrinology: 
  • Obesity Management: The Endocrine Society recommends that diet, exercise, and behavioural modifications be part of all obesity management approaches. 
  • Assessment & Treatment of Thyroid Disorders: For thyroid disorders stemming from the over or underproduction of thyroid hormone restoration of the hormone levels is done to attain proper balance by using drugs or surgery
  • Polycystic ovarian syndrome: Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder which when diagnosed early and treated along with weight loss may reduce the risk of long-term complications such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
  • Pituitary Disorders: With pituitary disorders, you often have too much or too little of one of your hormones. Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai have the best facilities to diagnose diabetes in Mumbai
  • Adrenal Problems: The adrenal glands are small glands located on top of each kidney. With adrenal gland disorders, there is either a deficiency or excess amount of a particular hormone in the body.
  • Parathyroid Disorders: Parathyroid disorders are associated with abnormal levels of calcium in the blood that can cause brittle bones, kidney stones, fatigue, and other problems.
  • Adrenal Disorders: The main diseases of a hyperactive adrenal gland include: primary hyperaldosteronism (too much aldosterone), Cushing’s syndrome (too much cortisol), and pheochromocytoma/paraganglioma (too much adrenaline).
  • Pituitary Disorders: Pituitary disorders are conditions caused by too much or too little of one or more of the hormones produced by the pituitary gland that affect processes throughout the body. We have the best diabetes doctor in Mumbai.
  • Reproductive Disorders: Reproductive disorders and infertility are associated with the risk of obstetric complications and have a negative impact on pregnancy outcome. Affected patients often require assisted reproductive technologies (ART) to conceive, and advanced maternal age is a further confounding factor. 
  • Metabolic Disorders: A metabolic disorder occurs when abnormal chemical reactions in your body disrupt the metabolic process of breaking down food into energy. When this happens, your body might have an imbalanced proportion of hormones needed to stay healthy.

The Department of Diabetology & Endocrinology at Gleneagles Hospital Mumbai aims to provide the best possible patient care by incorporating the latest treatments. It deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to hormones, including hypertension or high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol. We are considered to be one of the best hospitals for diabetology in Mumbai.

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Endocrinologists/Diabetologists

Gleneagles Hospital, Mumbai provides you with some of the best diabetologists in Mumbai, and it lies amongst the best hospital for diabetes in Mumbai. It has some of the best endocrinologists in Mumbai who is widely renowned in their respective fields and comes with a wide range of experience and expertise. Specialists in various branches of Endocrinology, our doctors deliver comprehensive treatment and care. Gleneagles Hospital has a variety of ingenious treatments for diabetes that are customized to best suit the patient’s needs. The hospital offers various tests to diagnose and treat diabetic and endocrinology ailments accurately and also provides in-patient care for post-surgery recovery.

    FAQ

  • What is juvenile diabetes?

    Juvenile diabetes or Type 1 diabetes occurs when your immune system destroys cells in your pancreas called beta cells that produce insulin. Glucose doesn’t move into your blood cells because insulin is not present.

  • How is juvenile diabetes diagnosed?

    Several blood tests, such as random sugar tests and A1C tests, are done to diagnose Type 1 diabetes accurately.

  • What are the symptoms of Juvenile diabetes?

    The lack of insulin causes the glucose to build up in your blood, and the cells starve, which leads to high blood sugar levels that may lead to:

    • Dehydration occurs due to excess sugar content in the blood, which makes the patient urinate more.
    • Weight loss is also a side effect of high sugar levels
    • Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)is the combination of extra glucose, dehydration, and acid build-up
    • Damage to your body, which can lead to heart attacks and strokes.
  • How is Juvenile diabetes treated?

    Treatment is unluckily lifelong and includes regular blood tests and insulin therapy. Patients may be advised to exercise regularly to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

  • How is type 2 diabetes diagnosed?

    Type 2 diabetes is diagnosed mainly using the A1C test, which indicates average blood sugar levels in a given amount of time.

  • What are the symptoms of type 2 diabetes?

    Symptoms include:

    • Being very thirsty
    • Peeing
    • Blurry vision
    • Being cranky
  • How is type 2 diabetes treated?

    Type 2 diabetes can be kept in check by being physically active. The diabetologist might suggest insulin therapy to maintain proper insulin levels.

  • What are the different types of diabetes?
    • Type 1 diabetes: Type 1 diabetes, also called juvenile diabetes, occurs when your immune system destroys cells in your pancreas called beta cells that produce insulin. Glucose doesn’t move into your blood cells because insulin is not present.
    • Type 2 diabetes: Type 2 diabetes is a lifelong disease that keeps your body from using insulin properly. Your pancreas makes a hormone called insulin, but in type 2 diabetes, the patient’s blood cells don’t use it as well as they should. Your body either resists the effects of insulin or doesn’t produce enough insulin to maintain normal glucose levels. People with type 2 diabetes are insulin resistant. 

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