Endocrinologist & Diabetologist
Dr. Anush Babu T.
MBBS, MD, DM (Endocrinology)
Diabetes (insulin, CGM and pumps), thyroid, pituitary and adrenal disorders, PCOS, osteoporosis and obesity. OPD: Monday to Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm.
Endocrinology & Diabetes
Care for diabetes, thyroid and hormone conditions in Lucknow
Diabetes, thyroid problems, PCOS, weight gain and weak bones are often linked to hormones. Our endocrinology team at Charak Hospital, Hardoi Road, Dubagga, finds the cause with the right tests and builds a treatment plan you can follow at home, with regular reviews.
NABH-accredited hospital
300-bed multispeciality
DM Endocrinologist
In-house laboratory
Talk to our endocrine team
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24×7 hospital & emergency0522-666-4444
Our approach
Hormone and diabetes care, planned around you
Hormones control blood sugar, metabolism, growth, fertility, bone strength and mood. When one gland makes too much or too little, symptoms can be slow and easy to miss. An endocrinologist is a doctor trained to find these problems and treat them over the long term.
- Your diagnosis, test results and options explained in plain language
- Diabetes plans that cover diet, activity, medicines, insulin and home sugar checks
- Joint care with eye, kidney, heart, foot, pregnancy and child specialists in the same hospital
- Laboratory, imaging and 24×7 emergency care on one campus
- Regular follow-up so treatment can be adjusted as your needs change
Diabetes
Type 1, type 2, prediabetes and diabetes in pregnancy, with insulin and CGM support.
Thyroid
Under-active and over-active thyroid, goitre, nodules and thyroid in pregnancy.
PCOS & hormones
PCOS, irregular periods, excess hair, low testosterone, pituitary and adrenal problems.
Bone & metabolism
Osteoporosis, vitamin D deficiency, weight management and cholesterol disorders.
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Know the signs
When to see an endocrinologist
Hormone problems often start quietly. See a doctor if any of these last for more than 2–3 weeks, or if a test report is outside the normal range.
High sugar readings
A raised fasting sugar, post-meal sugar or HbA1c, or diabetes that stays uncontrolled on tablets.
Thirst and passing urine often
Feeling thirsty all the time, passing urine at night, or losing weight without trying.
Unexplained weight change
Weight gain that does not respond to diet, or weight loss with a good appetite.
Swelling in the neck
A lump or swelling in the front of the neck, or difficulty swallowing.
Tiredness or palpitations
Feeling very tired, cold or hot all the time, a fast heartbeat, tremor or anxiety.
Irregular periods or acne
Irregular or missed periods, excess facial hair, acne or difficulty getting pregnant.
Fracture after a minor fall
A broken bone from a simple fall, loss of height or a bent back.
Growth or puberty concerns
A child much shorter than classmates, or puberty that comes very early or very late.
Go to emergency straight away if a person with diabetes is drowsy or confused, is vomiting with high sugar, has fast breathing, or has a low sugar that does not improve after taking sugar. Call 0522-666-4444.
Conditions A–Z
Find information about a hormone or diabetes condition
Tap a condition to read the common signs, how it is diagnosed and how it is treated.
Type 2 diabetes
The most common type in adults
Common signs
Often none at first. Later: thirst, passing urine often, tiredness, slow-healing wounds, blurred vision and tingling in the feet.
How it is diagnosed
Fasting blood sugar, sugar two hours after a meal or glucose drink, and HbA1c. A raised result is usually confirmed with a repeat test.
How it is treated
Diet and activity changes, tablets, newer injectable medicines and, when needed, insulin. Blood pressure and cholesterol are treated as well.
Read more about diabetesType 1 diabetes
Usually starts in children and young adults
Common signs
Thirst, passing a lot of urine, bed-wetting in a child who was dry, weight loss and tiredness, sometimes coming on over a few weeks.
How it is diagnosed
Blood sugar and HbA1c, ketone tests, and antibody tests where needed.
How it is treated
Insulin from the start, with training in sugar checks, carbohydrate counting and handling low sugar. CGM sensors and insulin pumps can help some patients.
See insulin, CGM and pump optionsPrediabetes
Sugar higher than normal, but not yet diabetes
Common signs
Usually no symptoms. It is found on a routine fasting sugar or HbA1c test (HbA1c 5.7–6.4%).
Why it matters
Without changes, many people go on to develop type 2 diabetes. It also raises the risk of heart disease.
How it is treated
Weight loss, regular activity and diet changes. Some people are also given medicine. Sugar is rechecked every year.
See screening and preventionDiabetes in pregnancy
Gestational diabetes and pre-existing diabetes
Common signs
Usually none. It is found on the glucose test done during antenatal check-ups.
How it is diagnosed
An oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) at the first antenatal visit and again at 24–28 weeks.
How it is treated
Diet changes, home sugar checks and, if needed, insulin or tablets, with joint care from the obstetrics team. Sugar is rechecked after delivery.
Obstetrics & gynaecologyDiabetes complications
Eyes, kidneys, nerves, feet and heart
Common signs
Tingling or numbness in the feet, foot wounds, blurred vision, swelling of the feet or protein in the urine.
How they are checked
Yearly eye examination, urine albumin and kidney blood tests, a foot check with a monofilament, and heart risk tests.
How they are treated
Better sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol control, plus care from the eye, kidney, heart or foot team as needed.
Kidney care at CharakHypothyroidism (under-active thyroid)
Common in women; often due to Hashimoto’s
Common signs
Tiredness, weight gain, feeling cold, dry skin, hair fall, constipation, heavy periods and low mood.
How it is diagnosed
TSH and free T4 blood tests, and thyroid antibodies where needed.
How it is treated
A daily levothyroxine tablet, taken on an empty stomach. The dose is adjusted using TSH tests every few weeks at first, then once or twice a year.
Read our thyroid guideHyperthyroidism (over-active thyroid)
Including Graves’ disease
Common signs
Weight loss, a fast heartbeat, tremor, heat intolerance, sweating, anxiety and, in Graves’ disease, prominent or gritty eyes.
How it is diagnosed
TSH, free T4 and T3, thyroid antibodies, and sometimes a thyroid scan.
How it is treated
Anti-thyroid tablets and beta-blockers for symptoms. Some patients need radioactive iodine or surgery, which we arrange with the relevant team.
See thyroid treatmentGoitre and thyroid nodules
Swelling or lumps in the thyroid gland
Common signs
A visible swelling in the neck, a lump felt by you or your doctor, or a lump seen on a scan done for another reason.
How it is diagnosed
Thyroid blood tests, neck ultrasound and, when a nodule needs checking, FNAC (a fine-needle sample).
How it is treated
Many nodules only need monitoring. Others need tablets, or surgery if they are large, cause pressure or the FNAC is suspicious.
Endocrine tumoursPCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)
A common hormone condition in young women
Common signs
Irregular or missed periods, acne, excess facial or body hair, hair thinning, weight gain and difficulty getting pregnant.
How it is diagnosed
History and examination, hormone blood tests, sugar and cholesterol tests, and a pelvic ultrasound.
How it is treated
Lifestyle changes, medicines to regulate periods, reduce hair growth and improve insulin resistance, and fertility treatment with gynaecology when needed.
Read more about PCOSObesity and metabolic syndrome
Weight linked to sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol
Common signs
A large waist (above 90 cm in men or 80 cm in women in India), high blood pressure, raised sugar, high triglycerides and fatty liver.
How it is assessed
BMI and waist, sugar, cholesterol, liver and thyroid tests, and a check for hormone causes such as Cushing’s syndrome.
How it is treated
A structured diet and activity plan with our dietitians, weight-loss medicines where suitable, and assessment before bariatric surgery.
Bariatric surgeryOsteoporosis and vitamin D deficiency
Weak bones that break easily
Common signs
Often none until a fracture. Bone pain and muscle weakness can occur with low vitamin D.
How it is diagnosed
A DEXA bone density scan, calcium, vitamin D and parathyroid hormone blood tests.
How it is treated
Calcium and vitamin D, weight-bearing exercise, fall prevention and bone-strengthening medicines when the fracture risk is high.
See who should have a bone scanHigh cholesterol (lipid disorders)
Including inherited high cholesterol
Common signs
Usually none. Very high levels or a family history of early heart attacks can point to an inherited cause.
How it is diagnosed
A fasting or non-fasting lipid profile, with tests to rule out thyroid, kidney or liver causes.
How it is treated
Diet and activity changes and cholesterol-lowering medicines, with heart risk checks.
Heart care at CharakPituitary disorders
Prolactinoma, acromegaly and other pituitary problems
Common signs
Milky discharge from the breasts, irregular periods, low libido, headaches, vision problems, or enlarging hands and feet.
How it is diagnosed
Hormone blood tests, dynamic (stimulation or suppression) tests and an MRI of the pituitary.
How it is treated
Medicines for many conditions; surgery or radiotherapy with the neurosciences team for others.
Neurosciences at CharakAdrenal disorders
Cushing’s syndrome, Addison’s disease, phaeochromocytoma
Common signs
Weight gain with stretch marks and high blood pressure; or weakness, weight loss, low blood pressure and darkening of the skin; or episodes of headache, sweating and palpitations.
How it is diagnosed
Cortisol and other hormone tests, often at set times or after a test dose of medicine, and adrenal imaging.
How it is treated
Hormone replacement, medicines or surgery, depending on the cause. Patients on steroid replacement get sick-day advice.
See how hormone tests workLow testosterone (male hypogonadism)
Low male hormone levels
Common signs
Low energy, low libido, erection problems, loss of muscle, breast enlargement or infertility.
How it is diagnosed
Morning testosterone tests repeated on two days, with LH, FSH and prolactin to find the cause.
How it is treated
Treating the cause and, when suitable, testosterone replacement with regular monitoring.
Urology at CharakGrowth and puberty problems in children
Short stature, early or late puberty
Common signs
A child who is growing much more slowly than others, signs of puberty before 8 in girls or 9 in boys, or no signs by 13 in girls or 14 in boys.
How it is diagnosed
Growth charts, bone-age X-ray, thyroid and growth hormone tests and other hormone tests.
How it is treated
Depends on the cause and may include thyroid treatment, growth hormone or puberty-timing medicines, with the paediatrics team.
Paediatrics at CharakNo match found. Please call us on 0522-666-4444 — we will guide you.
Diagnosis
How we find the cause — before we treat
Most hormone conditions are diagnosed with blood tests and, when needed, a scan. Our in-house laboratory does most tests on the same campus.
History & examination
Your symptoms, family history, medicines, weight, blood pressure and a check of the neck, skin and feet.
Blood & urine tests
HbA1c, fasting and post-meal sugar, TSH and free T4, lipids, kidney and liver tests, vitamin D and other hormones.
Glucose & dynamic tests
An oral glucose tolerance test, or hormone tests done at set times or after a test dose of medicine.
Scans & samples
Thyroid ultrasound, FNAC of a nodule, DEXA bone scan, or MRI of the pituitary if needed.
Plan & follow-up
Your diagnosis, treatment options and targets explained, with a date for your next review.
Understanding your HbA1c
HbA1c shows your average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months. Tap a range to see what it means.
Treatment
The main treatments we offer
Choose a topic to see what treatment involves and how to stay safe.
Tablets and newer medicines for diabetes
Most people with type 2 diabetes start with lifestyle changes and tablets such as metformin. Newer medicines, including SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 based injections, can also protect the heart and kidneys in suitable patients.
MetforminDPP-4 inhibitorsSGLT2 inhibitorsGLP-1 based injectionsSulfonylureasWhat to expect
- Your medicines are chosen around your sugar levels, weight, kidney function and heart risk
- Some medicines can cause stomach upset at first, which usually settles
- HbA1c is checked every 3–6 months to see how treatment is working
Staying safe
- Do not stop or change medicines without advice
- Ask which medicines can cause low sugar
- Tell any doctor treating you that you have diabetes
Starting and adjusting insulin
Insulin is needed from the start in type 1 diabetes, and in type 2 diabetes when tablets are not enough, during pregnancy, illness or surgery. Starting insulin is a step in treatment, not a failure.
Basal (long-acting)Mealtime (rapid-acting)PremixedPen devicesWhat to expect
- Our team shows you how to inject, store insulin and change the needle
- Doses are adjusted using your home sugar readings
- You learn how to recognise and treat low sugar
Good habits
- Rotate injection sites to avoid lumps
- Keep unopened insulin in the fridge, never in the freezer
- Carry glucose tablets or sugar with you
Continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps
A CGM sensor worn on the arm reads your sugar every few minutes and shows patterns that finger-prick tests miss. An insulin pump gives insulin through a small tube under the skin. Both need training and regular review.
CGM sensor fittingCGM report reviewInsulin pump initiationPump dose adjustmentWho may benefit
- People with type 1 diabetes
- People on several insulin injections a day
- People with frequent or unnoticed low sugars
Before you start
- Ask about the cost of sensors and pump supplies
- Training sessions are needed before use
- Keep finger-prick testing as a back-up
Treatment for thyroid conditions
Under-active thyroid is treated with a daily levothyroxine tablet. Over-active thyroid is treated with anti-thyroid tablets and, for some patients, radioactive iodine or surgery. Nodules may need only monitoring.
LevothyroxineAnti-thyroid tabletsThyroid ultrasoundFNACReferral for surgeryWhat to expect
- Thyroid tests every 6–8 weeks until the dose is right, then once or twice a year
- Take levothyroxine on an empty stomach, 30–60 minutes before food
- Dose often needs to rise in pregnancy
Staying safe
- Do not stop tablets because you feel better
- Report fever or sore throat on anti-thyroid tablets at once
- Keep calcium and iron tablets 4 hours apart from levothyroxine
PCOS, menstrual and other hormone treatment
Treatment for PCOS depends on your main concern: regular periods, acne and hair growth, weight, or pregnancy. Other hormone problems, such as high prolactin or low testosterone, are treated according to the cause.
Lifestyle planInsulin-sensitising medicinesHormonal treatmentFertility support with gynaecologyWhat to expect
- Sugar and cholesterol checks, as PCOS raises diabetes risk
- A plan that can change if you want to become pregnant
- Joint care with gynaecology and dermatology where needed
Good habits
- Even modest weight loss can make periods more regular
- Regular activity improves insulin resistance
- Keep a record of your periods
Weight management and bone health
Weight is managed with a structured diet and activity plan, medicines where suitable, and assessment before bariatric surgery. Osteoporosis is treated with calcium, vitamin D, exercise and bone-strengthening medicines.
Dietitian planWeight-loss medicinesPre-bariatric assessmentDEXA scanBone-strengthening medicinesWhat to expect
- Tests for thyroid, cortisol and other hormone causes of weight gain
- Realistic monthly targets and regular reviews
- A repeat DEXA scan, usually after 1–2 years
Staying safe
- Avoid crash diets and unprescribed weight-loss products
- Make your home safer to prevent falls
- Take bone medicines exactly as instructed
Services
Endocrinology services at Charak
Clinics, tests and procedures available in the department.
Your visit
What happens, step by step
Step 1
Consultation
Tell us about your symptoms, past reports and medicines.
Step 2
Tests
Blood tests in our laboratory; some need fasting, so ask when you book.
Step 3
Diagnosis & plan
Your results, diagnosis and targets explained, with written advice.
Step 4
Training
Help with sugar checks, insulin, diet and recognising warning signs.
Step 5
Regular review
Follow-up every few weeks at first, then every 3–6 months.
Step 6
Joint care
Referral to eye, kidney, heart, foot or pregnancy teams when needed.
Diabetes check
Diabetes is common in India — and often found late
Type 2 diabetes can cause no symptoms for years. A simple blood test finds it early, before it damages the eyes, kidneys, nerves or heart.
Who should be checked
Ask for a sugar test (fasting sugar or HbA1c) if any of these apply to you:
- !Age 30 or above — a check every 1–3 years, more often if you have other risk factors.
- !Diabetes in a parent, brother or sister, or extra weight around the waist.
- !High blood pressure, high cholesterol or heart disease.
- !Past diabetes in pregnancy or PCOS — these raise the risk of type 2 diabetes later.
Specialist diabetes care at Charak
- Diabetes assessment and treatment with Dr. Anush Babu T., Endocrinologist.
- Meal planning with our dietetics & nutrition team.
- Eye, kidney and foot checks with the eye and kidney teams.
Daily diabetes checklist
Tap each item as you do it today:
- Took my medicines or insulin at the right time
- Checked my sugar as my doctor advised and wrote it down
- Looked at both feet for cuts, blisters or colour change
- Walked or exercised for at least 30 minutes
- Filled half my plate with vegetables or salad
- Drank water instead of sugary drinks
- Carried glucose tablets or sugar with me
Bring your sugar diary or glucometer to every visit. It helps your doctor adjust your treatment safely.
Book a diabetes check
Living with diabetes
Living with diabetes, day to day
General guidance — always follow the specific targets and instructions your doctor gives you.
Checking your sugar at home
Use a glucometer as often as your doctor advises and write down the readings with the time and meal.
Many adults aim for 80–130 mg/dL before meals and below 180 mg/dL two hours after meals, but your targets may be different.
If your sugar goes low (below 70 mg/dL)
Signs include shaking, sweating, hunger, a fast heartbeat and confusion. Take 15 g of fast sugar — for example 3 teaspoons of sugar in water or 150 ml of fruit juice — then recheck after 15 minutes and repeat if still low.
Once it is back to normal, eat a snack or your next meal. Never give food or drink to someone who is unconscious; call emergency.
Sick-day rules
Illness can make sugar go up. Do not stop insulin. Check your sugar more often, drink plenty of fluids and ask your doctor which tablets to pause.
Call us if you cannot keep fluids down, sugar stays above 300 mg/dL, or you feel drowsy.
Insulin storage and injections
Keep unopened insulin in the fridge door (2–8°C), never in the freezer. The pen in use can stay at room temperature, away from heat and sunlight, for the time printed on the pack.
Rotate injection sites and use a new needle each time.
Looking after your feet
Check your feet daily, keep them clean and dry, and wear well-fitting footwear indoors and outdoors.
Do not use blades or hot water bottles on your feet. Show any cut, blister or colour change to a doctor early.
Fasting, festivals and travel
Speak to your doctor before religious fasts such as Ramadan, Navratri or Karva Chauth — medicine and insulin doses often need to change.
When travelling, carry medicines in your hand luggage with a copy of your prescription.
Contact us urgently if
- Sugar stays above 300 mg/dL or the meter shows "HI"
- Vomiting, stomach pain or fast breathing with high sugar
- Drowsiness, confusion or fainting
- Low sugar that does not improve after taking sugar
- A foot wound that is red, swollen, smelly or turning dark
- Chest pain, breathlessness or weakness on one side
Family care
Hormone care for every stage of life
Children & teenagers
- Thirst, weight loss or bed-wetting can be signs of type 1 diabetes — test the same day
- Growth and puberty checks with height charts
- School plans for insulin and low sugar
Pregnancy
- Plan pregnancy with good sugar and thyroid control
- Glucose tests at the first visit and at 24–28 weeks
- Thyroid tablet doses often change in pregnancy
Older adults
- Gentler sugar targets to avoid falls from low sugar
- Yearly kidney, eye and foot checks
- Bone density scans to prevent fractures
Prevention & screening
Screening tests and how often to have them
These are general guides. Your doctor may advise different timings based on your health.
| Who | What we recommend | How often |
|---|---|---|
| Adults 30 and above | Fasting sugar or HbA1c | Every 1–3 years; yearly with risk factors |
| People with prediabetes | Fasting sugar or HbA1c | Every year |
| Pregnant women | Oral glucose tolerance test | First visit and at 24–28 weeks |
| After diabetes in pregnancy | Sugar test | 6–12 weeks after delivery, then every 1–3 years |
| People with diabetes | HbA1c | Every 3–6 months |
| People with diabetes | Eye check, urine albumin, kidney tests, foot check, lipids | Every year |
| People on thyroid tablets | TSH | 6–8 weeks after a dose change, then every 6–12 months |
| Women 65+ and men 70+, or after a minor-fall fracture | DEXA bone density scan | As advised, usually every 1–2 years if treated |
Be active for at least 150 minutes a week
Keep your waist below 90 cm (men) or 80 cm (women)
Fill half your plate with vegetables
Cut down on sugary drinks and refined flour
Sleep 7–8 hours and avoid tobacco
Know your sugar, BP and cholesterol numbers
Myths & facts
Clearing up common misunderstandings
Tap a card to see the fact.
Myth
“Diabetes is caused only by eating sugar.”
Tap to flipFact
Type 2 diabetes is linked to family history, extra weight, inactivity and age. Sugary foods add to the risk but are not the only cause. Type 1 diabetes is caused by the immune system and has nothing to do with diet.
Myth
“Once you start insulin, you can never stop.”
Tap to flipFact
In type 1 diabetes insulin is lifelong. In type 2 diabetes, insulin may be needed for a short time or for longer, depending on your condition. Starting insulin is not a sign that you have failed.
Myth
“If I feel fine, my sugar must be fine.”
Tap to flipFact
High sugar often causes no symptoms. Only a test shows your real level, which is why regular HbA1c checks matter.
Myth
“Diabetes medicines damage the kidneys.”
Tap to flipFact
Uncontrolled sugar is what damages the kidneys. Some medicine doses are adjusted when kidney function is low, which is why we check kidney tests regularly.
Myth
“Thyroid tablets are needed only until I feel better.”
Tap to flipFact
Most people with an under-active thyroid need levothyroxine long-term. The dose is adjusted using blood tests. Do not stop it on your own.
Myth
“PCOS only affects women who are overweight.”
Tap to flipFact
PCOS occurs in women of all body sizes. Weight loss can help when weight is high, but treatment depends on your symptoms and goals.
Our doctors
Meet our endocrinology team
Practical help
Preparing for your visit, costs & insurance
A little preparation helps us make the most of your appointment.
What to bring to your visit
Tick off as you pack:
- All previous reports — HbA1c, sugar, thyroid, hormone and kidney tests
- Your glucometer or sugar diary
- All current medicines and insulin pens, or clear photos of them
- Ask when booking if you need to come fasting (usually 8–10 hours, water allowed)
- If you take a thyroid tablet, ask whether to take it after your blood sample on test day
- A list of the questions you want to ask
Costs & insurance
Costs depend on the tests and treatment you need. Ask our team for an estimate before planned tests or admission.
- ✓Written estimate— ask for one before planned tests, procedures or admission.
- ✓Health insurance & TPA— cashless treatment for admissions under tie-up insurers; outpatient visits depend on your policy.
- ✓Ayushman Bharat (PM-JAY) accepted for eligible admissions.
- ✓Corporate & PSU panels— ask whether your employer has a tie-up with Charak Hospital.
*Coverage depends on your policy and the treatment. Our insurance desk can check this for you.
Call 0522-666-4444
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
What does an endocrinologist treat?
An endocrinologist treats conditions caused by hormone problems: diabetes, thyroid disorders, PCOS, obesity, osteoporosis and vitamin D deficiency, pituitary and adrenal disorders, low testosterone, and growth or puberty problems in children.
When should a person with diabetes see an endocrinologist?
See an endocrinologist if your sugar stays high despite treatment, you need insulin, you have type 1 diabetes, diabetes in pregnancy, frequent low sugars, or complications affecting the eyes, kidneys, nerves or feet.
Do I need to come fasting for my tests?
Fasting blood sugar and some cholesterol and hormone tests need 8–10 hours without food (water is allowed). HbA1c and thyroid tests usually do not. Our team will tell you when you book.
Can type 2 diabetes go into remission?
Some people, especially early after diagnosis and with significant weight loss, can bring their sugar into the normal range without diabetes medicines. This is called remission. It needs regular checks, because sugar can rise again.
Is a CGM sensor or insulin pump right for me?
CGM sensors help many people on insulin see sugar patterns, and pumps can help some people with type 1 diabetes. Your endocrinologist will discuss whether they suit you, along with training needs and costs.
Will I need thyroid tablets for life?
Most people with an under-active thyroid need levothyroxine long-term. Some thyroid conditions, such as thyroiditis after pregnancy, can be temporary. Your doctor will guide you using blood tests.
Can PCOS be treated?
Yes. PCOS cannot always be cured, but its symptoms — irregular periods, acne, excess hair, weight and fertility problems — can be managed with lifestyle changes and medicines, with gynaecology support when needed.
How do I book an appointment?
Call 0522-666-4444 or use the request call back form on this page. Our coordinator will call you to fix a time and tell you which tests need fasting.
What Conditions Does the Endocrine and Diabetology Department Treat?
The Endocrine and Diabetology Department at Charak Hospital specializes in the management of disorders related to the endocrine system, which includes glands like the thyroid, pituitary, adrenal, and pancreas. Common conditions treated include diabetes, thyroid disorders (hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism), metabolic bone diseases, obesity, pituitary disorders, adrenal disorders, and reproductive endocrine disorders.
How Can I Manage Diabetes More Effectively?
Effective management of diabetes involves a combination of diet, exercise, and medication. Monitoring blood glucose levels regularly, following a well-planned diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and taking prescribed medications as directed are crucial. The endocrinologists at Charak Hospital can provide personalized strategies and ongoing support to help manage diabetes effectively.
What Are the Symptoms of Thyroid Disorders and How Are They Diagnosed?
Symptoms of thyroid disorders can vary widely, but common signs include weight changes, fatigue, mood swings, heat or cold intolerance, and changes in heart rate. Diagnosis involves a comprehensive medical history, physical examination, and specific blood tests to measure thyroid hormone levels (T3, T4) and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Additional imaging or biopsy may be required for certain conditions.
Can Lifestyle Changes Help in Managing Endocrine Disorders?
Absolutely. Lifestyle changes can significantly impact the management of endocrine disorders. Maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and reducing stress can improve symptoms and reduce the risk of complications. For diabetes, a well-managed diet and regular exercise can help control blood glucose levels. For thyroid disorders, a diet rich in iodine and selenium might be beneficial.
Glossary
Words you may hear from your doctor
HbA1cA blood test showing your average sugar over the past 2–3 months.
Fasting blood sugarSugar measured after 8–10 hours without food.
PP sugarPost-prandial sugar: measured two hours after a meal.
OGTTOral glucose tolerance test: sugar checked before and after a glucose drink.
Insulin resistanceWhen the body does not respond well to its own insulin.
HypoglycaemiaLow blood sugar, usually below 70 mg/dL.
DKADiabetic ketoacidosis: a dangerous build-up of ketones when insulin is very low.
CGMContinuous glucose monitor: a skin sensor that reads sugar every few minutes.
Insulin pumpA small device that delivers insulin through a thin tube under the skin.
TSHThyroid-stimulating hormone: the main blood test for thyroid function.
Free T4The active thyroid hormone measured in the blood.
GoitreAn enlarged thyroid gland.
Thyroid noduleA lump within the thyroid gland; most are not cancer.
FNACFine-needle aspiration cytology: a thin-needle sample from a lump.
Graves’ diseaseAn immune condition that makes the thyroid over-active.
Hashimoto’s thyroiditisAn immune condition that slowly makes the thyroid under-active.
PCOSPolycystic ovary syndrome: a hormone condition affecting periods, skin and fertility.
ProlactinA pituitary hormone; high levels can stop periods or cause breast discharge.
CortisolA stress hormone made by the adrenal glands.
DEXA scanA low-dose X-ray scan that measures bone density.
T-scoreThe DEXA result; −2.5 or lower means osteoporosis.
Metabolic syndromeA group of risks: large waist, high sugar, high BP and abnormal cholesterol.
Urine albuminA test for small amounts of protein in urine — an early sign of kidney damage.
NeuropathyNerve damage, often felt as tingling or numbness in the feet.
No matching term. Please ask your doctor at your next visit.
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Medical information disclaimer: This page provides general health information for patients and families. It is not a substitute for a consultation, diagnosis or treatment by a qualified doctor. Treatment decisions depend on each patient's individual condition. In an emergency, call 0522-666-4444 or go to the nearest emergency department.
About this page: Prepared by the Charak Hospital web team with the help of AI writing tools, using information from the Department of Endocrinology & Diabetes, Charak Hospital & Research Centre · Last updated: October 2026
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