Medical Interests
Internal Medicine is a broad field of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of a wide range of diseases in adults that can be managed without surgical methods. Physicians specialized in this field (internists) play a key role in evaluating and managing complex health problems that affect multiple organ systems.
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Diabetes Mellitus:
A chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels. Internal medicine specialists play a key role in the management of various types of diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes), ensuring blood sugar control and preventing long-term complications.
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Thyroid Disorders:
The thyroid gland regulates the body's metabolism through hormone production. Disorders such as goiter (thyroid enlargement), hyperthyroidism (excess hormone production), and hypothyroidism (insufficient hormone production) can significantly affect body functions.
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Adrenal Gland Disorders:
The adrenal glands produce hormones that regulate stress response, blood pressure, and other vital functions. Diseases like Cushing's syndrome and Addison's disease can lead to hormonal imbalances and various symptoms.
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Pituitary Gland Disorders:
Located in the brain, the pituitary gland controls other endocrine glands and regulates vital processes such as growth and reproduction. Pituitary adenomas (tumors) and other conditions can cause hormonal imbalances.
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Metabolic Disorders:
This category includes conditions like metabolic syndrome, characterized by a cluster of metabolic risk factors (abdominal obesity, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar, abnormal cholesterol levels). It increases the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke.
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Gastritis and Ulcers:
Inflammation of the stomach lining (gastritis) and ulcers in the stomach or duodenum can cause abdominal pain, indigestion, and bleeding.
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Reflux (GERD):
The backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus causes heartburn, sour taste, and belching.
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Inflammatory Bowel Diseases:
Chronic conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis present with abdominal pain, diarrhea, bleeding, and weight loss.
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Liver Diseases:
Hepatitis, cirrhosis, and fatty liver disease affect the liver's essential functions.
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Pancreatic Disorders:
The pancreas produces digestive enzymes and hormones. Pancreatitis (inflammation) may lead to severe abdominal pain.
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Pneumonia:
Lung infection causing cough, fever, and shortness of breath.
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Bronchitis:
Inflammation of the bronchial tubes leads to cough and sputum production.
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Asthma:
A chronic inflammatory disease characterized by airway narrowing.
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COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease):
A progressive disease that restricts airflow, including chronic bronchitis and emphysema.
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Hypertension (High Blood Pressure):
Increased blood pressure raises the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems.
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Heart Failure:
The heart cannot pump enough blood to meet the body's needs, causing breathlessness, edema, and fatigue.
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Coronary Artery Disease:
Narrowing of coronary arteries increases the risk of heart attack.
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Hyperlipidemia and Lipid Disorders:
Abnormal cholesterol and triglyceride levels contribute to atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease.
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Acute and Chronic Kidney Failure:
Loss of kidney filtering function either suddenly (acute) or gradually (chronic).
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Kidney Infections (Pyelonephritis):
Infections causing back pain, fever, and chills.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis:
A chronic autoimmune disease affecting joints with inflammation.
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Lupus (SLE):
An autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own tissues.
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Behçet’s Disease:
Characterized by recurrent oral and genital ulcers, eye inflammation, and skin lesions.
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Influenza (Flu):
A respiratory infection with fever, cough, and muscle pain.
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Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs):
Infections affecting the kidneys, bladder, or urinary tract.
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Hepatitis:
Inflammation of the liver, causing jaundice, fatigue, and abdominal pain.
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Intestinal Infections:
Cause diarrhea, abdominal pain, and vomiting.
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Anemia:
A deficiency of healthy red blood cells, causing fatigue and breathlessness.
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Bleeding and Clotting Disorders:
Conditions affecting normal bleeding and clotting processes.