Endocrinology
Axis has a world-renown endocrinologist in Dr. Crispin Semakula on our medical staff. Endocrinology is the field of hormone-related diseases. Humans have over 50 different hormones. They can exist in very small amounts and still have a significant impact on bodily function and development.
Hormones regulate metabolism, respiration, growth, reproduction, sensory perception, and movement. A hormone imbalance can result from genetic or environmental factors. Hormone imbalances are the underlying reason for a wide range of medical conditions. Some infants are born with hormonal problems that can lead to low growth.
Endocrinologists commonly treat the following conditions:
- diabetes
- osteoporosis
- menopause
- metabolic disorders
- thyroid diseases
- irregular hormone production
- some cancers
- short stature
- infertility
Symptoms that may indicate the need for tests:
- stress
- inflammation
- excessive sweating
- poor immune response
- low sex drive or function
- low estrogen, progesterone, or testosterone.
- diabetes
- problems with digestion
- irregular mineral levels in the blood
- stunted or unusual growth
Your Axis team aims to restore hormone balance within the body’s systems.