Meet Dr. Syed Farrukh Shah, Consultant Endocrinologist in Dubai, seeing patients at NMC Specialty Hospital. His work helps patients find answers when the body they have always known starts to feel unfamiliar. Often the changes are subtle at first and easy to put down to a busy life. But when does feeling “not quite right” become something worth looking into?
Dr. Syed’s Experience in Diabetes and Hormonal Conditions
Dr. Syed is UK-trained and a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Glasgow, specialising in diabetes and hormonal conditions. His career has taken him from being a Consultant at Blackpool Teaching Hospitals in the UK to serving as Medical Director at the Abaseen Institute of Medical Sciences in Pakistan.
How Dr. Syed Helps Patients Find Answers
Dr. Syed helps patients find out what is causing changes in how they feel, so they can take back control of their health. For someone living with diabetes, dealing with unexplained changes in weight and energy, or managing a thyroid condition, the impact can go beyond physical symptoms.
When these changes start affecting how you feel and the things you enjoy, finding out what is causing them becomes even more important. Finding the right doctor can be the first step towards feeling more in control of your health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does an endocrinologist treat?
An endocrinologist treats conditions caused by problems with the body’s hormones and the glands that produce them. These include diabetes, thyroid disorders, adrenal and pituitary conditions, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), osteoporosis and some causes of weight change or tiredness.
When should you see an endocrinologist for diabetes?
You should see an endocrinologist for diabetes when your blood sugar is hard to control, your treatment needs changing, or you have complications or other conditions alongside it. Many people with type 1 diabetes, and those with type 2 diabetes that is difficult to manage, are cared for by an endocrinologist.
What are the symptoms of a thyroid problem?
The symptoms of a thyroid problem depend on whether the gland is underactive or overactive. An underactive thyroid can cause tiredness, weight gain, feeling cold and low mood, while an overactive thyroid can cause weight loss, a fast heartbeat, anxiety and feeling hot. A blood test confirms the diagnosis.
Can hormone problems cause weight gain and tiredness?
Yes, hormone problems can cause weight gain and tiredness. An underactive thyroid, Cushing’s syndrome, PCOS and changes in how the body uses insulin are among the hormonal causes. Because many other things can cause the same symptoms, blood tests and a specialist assessment help find the real reason.
How is diabetes diagnosed?
Diabetes is diagnosed with blood tests that measure blood sugar. The most common are the HbA1c test, which shows average blood sugar over the past two to three months, and a fasting blood glucose test. A result in the diabetes range is usually confirmed with a repeat test.