Endocrinologists specialize in treating and preventing bone loss and preventing fractures. In addition, endocrinologists treat disorders that may affect bones, such as hyperparathyroidism. Endocrine research has been crucial in helping thousands of childless couples have children by determining and treating the precise hormonal imbalance that causes infertility. Reproductive endocrinologists also treat and evaluate patients with disorders that affect the reproductive glands such as hormone replacement therapy, menopause, irregular periods, endometriosis, polycystic ovary syndrome, premenstrual syndrome and impotence. Obesity Obesity is a condition that is characterized by excessive bodily fat.
Endocrinologists treat patients who suffer from obesity due to metabolic and hormonal problems.
These include thyroid, adrenal, ovarian, and pituitary disorders. They also work with patients to determine whether or not there are any genetic factors that might lead to obesity. In addition, endocrinologists identify factors, such as insulin resistance, that might affect the management of this condition. The pituitary is often called the master gland of the body because it controls the function of other glands in addition to secreting its own unique hormones. Endocrinologists control these conditions through medication or may refer patients for surgical treatment.