Click here for a printable version of this blog post. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system (which normally fights infection) attacks the cells in the pancreas that make the hormone insulin. We don’t completely understand what causes Type 1 diabetes, but we know that certain genes make someone more likely […]
Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that is located in the neck. It makes 2 hormones, T3 & T4. The thyroid hormones are made by the thyroid gland in response to another hormone called Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH). TSH is made by our main hormone control center, the pituitary gland, which is located in the […]
Parents often feel unprepared for their children to go through the normal stage of life called puberty, no matter at what age this occurs. Many are concerned that children are starting puberty at younger ages now than in the past. How do you know if your child is going through puberty TOO early? Normal Puberty […]
Your thyroid may be tiny, but it plays a BIG role in your overall health! National Thyroid Awareness month shines a light on thyroid awareness and the significant role that this gland plays in all of our lives. So, how do can you tell if your child has a problem with his/her thyroid? Thyroid Disorders […]
As the parent of a pre-teen or teenager, you might notice that your child’s weight fluctuates frequently. You might wonder if this is normal or worry that something is wrong. In most cases, weight fluctuation is completely normal during childhood and can be attributed to growth spurts or puberty during the adolescent years. Growth Spurts […]
Every week in the WakeMed Children’s Endocrinology & Diabetes clinic, more than half of our referrals are for weight concerns. Physicians, parents and patients themselves are seeking our expertise to rule out an endocrine problem that could be contributing to increased weight. We can tell right away if a patient’s overweight is from an endocrine […]
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