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Dr. Antonio Becerra Fernández

Dr. Antonio Becerra Fernández
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Madrid


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Dr. Antonio Becerra Fernández
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Madrid


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Doctor with extensive specialized experience in Endocrinology from the University of Cadiz.

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Diseases, Medical Tests and Treatments

diet therapy

Diet therapy or therapeutic diets are a number of dietary adjustments that are made to specific groups or individuals with specific needs, depending ...

Osteoporosis diet

Osteoporosis is bone loss normally associated with aging, originating from age 40, but is closely linked to other vital periods as menopause in women ...

Adrenal glands disorders

The adrenal glands are essential for a life that lie at the back of the kidneys. Produce, among others, some sex hormones, and particularly hormones t ...

Breastfeeding Diet

Pregnancy and breastfeeding are two moments in the life of women in the caloric needs are increased by the intrauterine fetal growth, in the first ca ...

Celiac

Celiac disease is a disease characterized by permanent intolerance to gluten, a glycoprotein present in wheat, barley, rye and oats. It occurs in genetically predisposed individuals suffering from atrophy to the villi of the small intestine, making it difficult to absorb nutrients from some foods. Depending on the degree of intolerance, some other symptoms occur and it is possible that none of them is present. Still, the most common manifestations of this disease are gastrointestinal problems, iron deficiency and colitis. In cases where no apparent signs occur but is diagnosed through routine screening once to avoid eating gluten, the patient will experience a great improvement both physical and mental. ...

Childhood Obesity

Obesity is a disorder of the weight of a person is above what is considered healthy based on their height. Today, childhood obesity is a problem that affects a large number of developed countries where the number of children and adolescents who are overweight is rising alarmingly. Obese children may have serious health problems in adulthood, and heart disease, diabetes, asthma, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, etc. In addition to the physical consequences, childhood obesity can also involve psychological problems such as low self-esteem, depression or feelings of inferiority, which prevent the child to interact with others and limit their social relationships. Sometimes the weight problem may be caused by a disease or an imbalance of hormones, but more often it is by a poor diet, hence the importance of instilling healthy habits to children. ...

Diabetes Diet

  Diabetes nutrition should be the basic principle of all those patients who wish to have a good control of the disease in both type I diabetes, or insulin, as in type II. The diabetic patient should meet their nutritional needs with nutritionist and establish the foundations for proper control of the disease, based on three pillars: diet, insulin and exercise. Depending on the dose of insulin required (in cases of type I diabetes) and exercise or daily activity carried out in addition to consider other aspects such as developing other diseases diet will be personalized. Furthermore, in diabetes diet 5 meals a day are performed, to always be possible at the same time, in amounts somewhat lower than usual, without neglecting any of the food groups (carbohydrates, fruit, vegetables, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals, and water) and balancing carbohydrate intake (65%), protein (15%) and fat (30%). Besides, avoid foods high in cholesterol (sausages and fats) and try to always eat fresh food (never prepared), and control the presence of chromium, zinc and sodium in the diet. Regarding called diabetic food, despite being considered suitable for diet, it is not advisable abused are prepared as products. ...

Diseases of the Pituitary and Hypothalamus

The pituitary is the gland that regulates most of biological processes in the body. It is where the hormones that regulate the reproductive organs, glands and other body developmental stages originate. This gland consists of the anterior pituitary gland, which secretes somatotropin filtered and thyrotropin, prolactin, adrenocorticotropic and gonadotropin, and the posterior pituitary gland, which secretes vasopressin and oxytocin. In children, hipopituitarismos are serious diseases, should not administer treatment can have irreversible consequences. Another pathologies that may suffer are pituitary tumors. ...

Growth Hormone

Excess secretion of growth hormone disorders often causes certain known with the names of gigantism or acromegaly, characterized by abnormal body growth. When this adrenal disease occurs during the age of growth, before the bony plates have closed, it is called gigantism and the most common cause that causes this disease is a benign tumor that occurs in the pituitary and generates this hormone in excess; if it occurs after this period, it is called acromegaly. Children who suffer from this disease are often extremely large for his age. Some of the symptoms that affected by excessive secretion of growth hormone may be delayed puberty, front and mandibular prominence, large hands and feet with thick fingers, weakness, shortness of side vision, etc. ...

Hypercholesterolemia

Hypercholesterolemia is the presence of blood cholesterol above normal levels. This increase is often associated with heart problems, diet, sex, lifestyle and endogenous synthesis. Thus the concentration of blood cholesterol hereditary and dietary factors involved, along with other related physical activity. We can distinguish two types of hypercholesterolemia. Primary, derived from problems with cholesterol transporters systems and genetic factors, and the secondary, where the increase in cholesterol is associated with certain liver, endocrine and kidney disease. ...

Hyperparathyroidism

  Hyperparathyroidism is a disorder in which the parathyroid glands produce excess hormones. These glands are located next to the thyroid produces hormones that are responsible for controlling the levels of calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D in bone. The production of too much parathyroid hormone (PTH) causes an increase in blood calcium levels, which can affect various organs and produce: primary hyperparathyroidism, which consists of a benign tumor in the parathyroid gland; secondary hyperparathyroidism, usually affecting patients with vitamin D deficiency or renal failure; or tertiary hyperparathyroidism with people suffered serious kidney failure requiring dialysis or performing in very advanced cases, kidney transplant or surgery. Treatment for hyperparathyroidism include exercise, fluid intake and vitamin D, as well as the removal of the gland (in some cases), the administration of medication. This treatment must be personalized, dpendiendo patient. ...

Hyperthyroidism

  Hyperthyroidism is a metabolic disorder in which the thyroid gland hormones excreted excessively. The most common symptoms of hyperthyroidism are a global increased metabolism, increased heart rate, arrhythmias, insomnia, irritability, nervousness, heat intolerance, weight loss, tremors, tachycardia and, sometimes, a protrusion of the eyeballs. Moreover, hypothyroidism is decreased production of thyroid hormones that, depending on when it occurs, can affect to a greater or lesser extent to the development of vital organs. Idiopathic primary hypothyroidism occurs due to thyroid antibodies, or other cause autoimmune disorders (autoimmune hypothyroidism). Hypothyroidism symptoms of muscle fatigue, shortness of breath or pain in the thyroid area, hair loss, dry skin and rough and progressive deterioration of intellectual activity. Due to the difference between hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism drug treatment it will also be different and adapted to each patient.   ...

Hypogonadism

  Hypogonadism is an endocrine disorder caused by low production of certain hormones, testosterone in men and estrogen in women by male and female gonads (testes in men and ovaries in women). The origin of this disorder can be varied from hereditary factors, a result of some surgeries, or autoimmune diseases, kidney, liver problems, infections. The most common symptoms of hypogonadism are: in women, loss of menstruation and pubic hair, hot flashes, low libido ,,,; and in men, loss of hair on beard and body, loss of muscle tone, breast enlargement and erection problems. The low production of testosterone in men is known as male hypogonadism, while the low production of testosterone from the testis is called hypogonadism. ...

Hypopituitarism

Hypopituitarism is the lack of segregation of hormones by the pituitary gland that can be total or partial, depending on the degree of damage, producing changes in some organs. Furthermore, the lack of thyroid hormones and impaired reproduction can also affect blood pressure. In women, the most common manifestations of this disease are changes in menstrual cycle, decreased libido, and infertility. And in men, hypopituitarism can cause decreased muscle strength, decreased libido and erectile dysfunction. Anyway, hypopituitarism is a progressive disease, so symptoms are not too evident and usually occur gradually. Some of the most common causes of hypopituitarism are: head injuries, tumors, brain infections or radiation, genetic diseases and other disorders caused by the immune system. ...

hypothalamus

The hypothalamus is a small hormonal gland, the size of a pea, located in the center of the brain. Their task is to control and regulate each and every gland body functions, such as energy levels, sleep cycles, temperature, blood pressure, muscle function, immune system, among other functions. This gland depends on external factors and receives all information from every part of the body. Parallel changes and resets the functions of our body. Once filtered information, the hypothalamus sends orders to the body in two ways: the autonomous nervous system, through the spinal cord, the pituitary gland and, through the endocrine system. ...

Hypothyroidism

  Hypothyroidism is the decreased production of thyroid hormones that, depending on when it occurs, can affect to a greater or lesser extent to the development of vital organs. Suffers a very small percentage of the population and their causes can be congenital, environmental, removal of the thyroid gland or treatment with various drugs such as iodine or lithium. For hypothyroidism in children, caused by congenital causes, it is often done to babies clinic (heel prick) test. On the other hand, because during early pregnancy, expectant mothers require an unusual effort on your thyroid gland, one of the risks encountered is hypothyroidism during pregnancy, to be monitored especially for the successful development the fetus and the health of the mother. Idiopathic primary hypothyroidism occurs due to thyroid antibodies, or other cause autoimmune disorders (autoimmune hypothyroidism). Usually have symptoms of muscle fatigue, shortness of breath or pain in the thyroid area, hair loss, dry skin and rough and progressive deterioration of intellectual activity. ...

Insulin Resistance

Insulin resistance or hyperinsulinemia is a metabolic disorder of the body. The liver, muscle and adipose tissue react to the action of insulin, the hormone produced by the pancreas to glucose distribute and maintain blood sugar levels. The pancreas produces more insulin and can lead to diabetes. ...

Ketogenic diet

The ketogenic diet reduces carbohydrate intake to promote fat oxidation diet. Some ketogenic diets allow the intake of fruits and/or vegetables, but in very controlled amounts. Other completely eliminate even the intake of cereals, flour, bread and also, fruits, vegetables and legumes. Such diets, always under medical control, this indicated the epileptic children. ...

Menopause

It is called menopause to the disappearance of menstrual periods of women on a permanent basis because of the arrest of ovarian cycle. Arrivals at an age (on average at age 50), the ovaries produce less estrogen and progesterone, which are female hormones. For men, this process is called andropause, which is the loss of sexual power because of the low levels of the hormone testosterone in the body. The process of menopause can last a few years, and involves symptoms such as changes in the menstrual cycle, insomnia, vaginal dryness, mood disturbance, difficulty concentrating, hot flashes, weight gain, headache, increased facial hair, etc. . Some of these symptoms requiring medical treatment, such as intake synthetic hormones or tracking a diet indicated for reducing these troublesome symptoms. ...

Menopause Diet

Menopause is a stage in women which is characterized by a decrease in estrogen. Although not a disease, this phase of life can lead to discomfort, physical and psychological, that require attention and care to prevent future ailments. Among them, we must analyze and adapt the diet of women nutrition for menopause and osteoporosis, which can help cope with this change in the body. Input, diet during menopause should not change if eating habits were correct, it must be preventive to help maintain good health. Therefore, it must be balanced and low in fat to avoid being overweight, the appearance of excess cholesterol or diabetes. In addition, they may be required calcium supplements to suit the diet for osteoporosis, thinning of the bones to which many women at this stage and that this diet slows, strengthening bone maintenance with adequate calcium and vitamin D disease . ...

metabolic diseases

The metabolic diseases are those that are dealt, inter alia, through the feed. The most common are obesity, diabetes, cholesterol and hypertension.

Metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome, or plurimetabolic syndrome is the association of different health problems that can occur simultaneously or in a sequence in the same patient. Insulin resistance, genetics, environment and lifestyle are the most common causes related to this syndrome that involves a number of risks to their health, so they must be controlled immediately by a specialist. The insulin resistance causes diabetes is associated with a rise in blood pressure, increased cholesterol and triglyceride levels, obesity and waist area. The main causes of the appearance of this painting, especially in people over 40 years but also younger, are prolonged stress over time, poor diet, and long fasting between meals. The general pattern of these patients is that of a person who, after a period with this rhythm of life, suddenly suffer a decline in their quality of life and health (commonly called "downer") without seeming be sick. ...

Pathology of puberty

Puberty is the period, after childhood, between 9 and 20 years old approximately. At this stage psychological, biological, sexual and social changes, which can lead to certain diseases occur. Among the best-known disorders highlights puberty delayed puberty, in which a boy or a girl, arrived 14 years, it has not yet started the physical and psychological development into adolescence. This late development may be due to genetic factors, hormonal causes, chromosomal abnormalities or tumors that affect hormone secretion glands or hypothalamus. Instead, another disorder associated called early puberty is the beginning of physical changes in children prematurely (before age 12): in girls is often caused development of breast button below seven years and pubic hair before eight; and children is the appearance of pubic hair and genitals elongation between 7 and 10 years. Both early and late puberty can occur only partially or completely. ...

Simple goiter

Goiter, or thyroid goiter is an enlarged thyroid gland that is characterized by the appearance of a bulge in the anterior neck that often push the trachea, which leads to difficulty in breathing and swallowing, and can even cause hoarseness. It is often caused by a disruption of hormones gland, cysts or a diet low in iodine. According to the characteristics of goiter it can be classified as diffuse goiter, characterized by a steady increase in the gland; nodular goiter or multinodular goitre, which is the development of one or more nodes due to enlargement of the thyroid. Besides, goiter may be accompanied by hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism associated with symptoms such as nervousness, weight loss, cold intolerance, dry skin, among others. If goiter with hypothyroidism usually pharmacological treatment to shrink occurs. If that occurs with hyperthyroidism, can be removed by surgery, radioiodine or treated with drugs. ...

Thyroid disorders

The thyroid gland is located just below the nut at the bottom of the neck in front of the trachea, and function is to regulate body metabolism. The thyroid is composed of follicles that are originating thyroid hormones thyroxine and triiodothyronine, together with iodine. In the case of having some kind of disease in the thyroid gland, the patient may perceive the appearance of a lump or your own size and the consequences that may trigger the body. Detecting problems gland is performed through a simple blood test. ...

Thyroid nodules

The thyroid nodule is a growth of abnormal cells in the thyroid gland, which are usually identified by lumps in the neck area. These thyroid nodules are benign in most cases (9 of 10), but sometimes may be carcinogenic. If the nodule becomes filled with fluid or blood, it is known as thyroid cyst. These nodules, which in most cases does not usually give any symptoms, can produce discomfort in swallowing, breathing or cause hoarseness. In addition, they may be accompanied by hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, and are produced by a production of unnecessary hormones for the body, a deficiency of iodine in the diet or genetic factors. Treatment will depend on whether the thyroid nodules are benign or cancerous. In the latter case, the different treatments ranging from the application of high-dose thyroid hormones or surgical removal of nodules. ...

Thyroiditis

Thyroiditis is inflammation of the thyroid, which can cause malfunction of the gland resulting in hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. It is usually associated with other disorders caused by a weak immune system. There are different types of thyroiditis as the cause that causes: chronic thyroiditis or acute thyroiditis. Hashimoto's thyroiditis, known as chronic thyroiditis, is an autoimmune origin and can cause hypothyroidism, with symptoms such as pain in the thyroid and difficulty swallowing. They also tend to suffer it middle-aged women and may be hereditary. Moreover, acute thyroiditis is produced by bacteria and causes abscess thyroid area. ...

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