Almost all life processes in the human body are controlled by active chemicals called hormones. In turn, hormones are produced by the endocrine system, which includes the pancreas, adrenal glands, and thyroid gland. When the functions of the endocrine system are disrupted, the whole organism is affected, physiological processes are disrupted, various diseases occur, the work of the brain and nervous systems can be disrupted. Therefore, it is extremely important to undergo a systematic examination of an endocrinologist, and for children there is a children’s endocrinologist. 

Consider what diseases this specialist is able to identify, in which cases you should contact him immediately.

What diseases can an endocrinologist detect?

In children, diseases of the endocrine system can be “disguised” as completely innocent diseases – indigestion, sweating, increased fatigue, irritability. Therefore, if you find these signs of the disease in a child, then you should not leave them unattended, contact an endocrinologist who will conduct an examination. If the examination does not reveal the presence of diseases, then this will reassure you. Otherwise, the following diseases may be detected:

• dysfunction in the adrenal glands;
• diseases of the thyroid gland;
• dysfunction of the hypothalamic- pituitary system;
• diabetes.

All these diseases can cause significant harm to the child’s body, slow down and even stop its development. Therefore, a pediatric endocrinologist is a specialist who needs to be visited regularly, preferably at least twice a year to undergo medical examination.

Clear signs of manifestations of diseases of the endocrine system

Everyone knows very well that the earlier the disease was diagnosed, the easier it will be to treat. With regard to endocrinology, this means that in addition to regular preventive examinations, you must monitor the health of your child. Diseases of the endocrine system, as mentioned above, are quite possible to identify by external signs, which require a pediatric endocrinologist. In addition to those already indicated, such signs include the following:

• disturbance of night sleep and increased sleepiness during the daytime;
• a clear deterioration in intelligence, learning difficulties;
• constant thirst;
• dry skin combined with edema;
• frequent toilet;
• a clear slowdown in puberty;
• pain in the front of the neck;
• excessive weight.

It should be noted that one should not expect that a child suffering from diseases of the endocrine system will show all these signs. Often, only one symptom can indicate a disease. Therefore, if your child, for example, clearly drinks too much water, then a pediatric endocrinologist is already needed.