Metabolism, Endocrinology & Diabetes

Endocrinology is an internal medicine discipline that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of endocrine (glandular) system diseases and metabolic dysfunction. Hypothalamic disorders, Pituitary diseases, Pancreatic endocrine disease (diabetes mellitus), Bone metabolism, and Lipid metabolism are all common diagnoses and treatments for endocrinologists.

Metabolism refers to the chemical reactions that occur within the cells of living organisms and are necessary for their survival. The processes that occur in the body after food is consumed are referred to as metabolism in this guide. Persons with diabetes have a metabolism that is nearly identical to that of people who do not have diabetes.

• Homeostasis of glucose level
• Pancreatic response
• Hormonal interactions