Medicine Review: Endocrine disorders and management, with Dr. Andrew Jenzer

The endocrine system consists of a network of glands and organs throughout the body and is responsible for a range of bodily functions. Through the release of particular hormones, the endocrine system provides signals for organs and tissue that tell them what to do and how to function. As a result, endocrine disorders, such as diabetes, hyperthyroidism, or hypothyroidism, are often quite complex and need to be given special care and attention by healthcare providers. For today’s episode, we welcome back Dr. Andrew Jenzer to talk about endocrine disorders and how to manage these conditions when treating patients as an oral maxillofacial surgeon. Tuning in, you’ll hear Dr. Jenzer provide a detailed breakdown of common endocrine disorders, like diabetes, and how to manage complications that might arise from these disease states. Dr. Jenzer unpacks the differences between type one and type two diabetes, how to assess patients on a case-by-case basis, and what to consider when treating them. He also discusses the symptoms of hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism and the physiology of the thyroid and shares his advice for avoiding unnecessary supplementation of steroids. For a comprehensive breakdown of the most common endocrine disorders, the symptoms associated with them, and what to bear in mind when treating patients, be sure to tune in and hear all of Dr. Jenzer’s pertinent observations and insights!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Introduction today’s topic: endocrine disorders and management.
• A comprehensive breakdown of type one and type two diabetes as endocrine disorders.
• Questions to ask patients about how well-controlled their diabetes is.
• Instructions on managing a patient based on their blood sugar.
• Diagnostic tests that definitively diagnose diabetes.
• Insight into how to manage diabetes.
• An overview of the negative scenarios that can occur in a patient with diabetes.
• When and how severe dehydration occurs in diabetic patients.
• Instructions on how to rehydrate patients and the recommended fluids to use.
• The similarities and differences between Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS) and how to address and treat them.
• A warning on the rare possibility of cerebral edema in patients with DKA or HSS.
• Ensuring you do due diligence on any medications your patient may be on.
• Why it’s always recommended that you consult your patient’s endocrinologist.
• Why patients will sometimes have more than one endocrine disorder to be managed.
• Information on steroids and how to avoid unnecessary supplementation for patients with endocrine disorders.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

Medicine Review: Cardiology (with Dr. Andrew Jenzer) — https://podcasts.apple.com/sk/podcast/medicine-review-cardiology-with-dr-andrew-jenzer/id1535284898?i=1000614877276

KLS Martin — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/ 

KLS Martin Bien Air implantology — https://www.klsmartin.com/en-na/products/power-systems/bien-air/

KLS Martin Headlights MedLED® — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/products/headlights/

KLS Martin Surgical instruments for dental and oral surgery — https://www.klsmartin.com/en/products/surgical-instruments/instruments-for-dental-and-oral-surgery/

Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ 

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