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  • About
  • Doctors
    • Dr. Maha Abboud
    • Dr. Terri Washington
  • Expertise
    • Diabetes
    • Men’s Health
    • Osteoporosis & Bone Health
    • Thyroid Disorders
    • Weight Loss & Health
    • Women’s Health
  • Weight Loss
  • Locations
    • Burr Ridge, IL
    • Oak Lawn, IL
  • Blog
  • Contact
  • Request Appointment

Diabetes

Home Areas of ExpertiseDiabetes

What is Diabetes?

Diabetes is one of the most common disorders of the endocrine system and is caused by consistently elevated levels of blood sugar. There are 3 different types of diabetes, and all are caused by issues with the way the body produces or uses insulin, the hormone that helps cells convert glucose (blood sugar) into energy.

Type I Diabetes, also called insulin-dependent diabetes, often develops during childhood and is an autoimmune disorder, caused by the body attacking its own pancreas, rendering it incapable of making the insulin the body needs.

Type II Diabetes is the most common form of diabetes and is caused by the body either not producing enough insulin, or the body’s cells resisting or rejecting the insulin created by the pancreas. Obesity (more than 20% over the ideal weight for a person’s height) is a leading cause of Type II Diabetes, as obesity causes insulin resistance, forcing the pancreas to work increasingly harder to create enough insulin for the body’s needs.

Gestational Diabetes is triggered by pregnancy and the accompanying hormonal changes that can trigger insulin resistance in the mother’s body. Gestational diabetes can be a serious issue, with significant risks to the mother and especially to the unborn child. Gestational diabetes typically disappears following pregnancy, although mothers with gestational diabetes have increased the risk of developing Type II Diabetes later in life.

Diabetes Specialists: How Can Our Endocrinologists Help Treat Diabetes?

Since all types of diabetes are caused by a hormonal issue in the body (inability to produce or properly use the insulin), endocrinologists are especially suited to help patients manage their diabetes. Our trained diabetes specialists consult with each patient to develop a specialized treatment plan that may include diet and exercise regimens, prescription of insulin treatments, and close monitoring of blood glucose levels.

In some cases of Type II diabetes, the right combination of diet, exercise, and other medications, it may even be possible for patients to eliminate the need for insulin treatments. Our diabetes specialists are well versed in current and emerging technologies, and we utilize the latest technology in our practice, including a variety of devices that monitor your blood sugar levels, and advanced insulin delivery devices.

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As endocrinologists, we specialize in how hormones affect the body’s many functions. Many of our patients live with diabetes, both type 1 and 2, are overweight, have hormonal imbalances, and more. Our approach is unique because we use various treatments depending on the needs, lifestyles, and feedback of our patients.

We work directly with you to help you feel better and achieve hormonal balance. We recognize that every patient and every case is unique which is why we’ve focused our practice on helping patients find the missing piece of the puzzle.

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