Blog Articles
End of the Year Reflections
This year, I thought it would be good to take a step back and look at the broader picture of our lives.
Dec 1st, 2024
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
This month we will review one of the most common thyroid conditions, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Nov 1st, 2024
Primary Hyperaldosteronism
This month we review Conn's Syndrome, also known as Primary Hyperaldosteronism.
Sep 6th, 2024
New Research on Type 2 Diabetes
New Research on Type 2 Diabetes published recently in Cell.
Jul 1st, 2024
Cortisol Imbalance
This month we discuss cortisol which affects our metabolism, controls our blood pressure, and regulates inflammation.
Jun 1st, 2024
Palmetto Endocrinology April 2024 Newsletter
Autoimmune Disease and Diet: Does What I Eat Matter?
Apr 8th, 2024
Palmetto Endocrinology March 2024 Newsletter
Palmetto Endocrinology March 2024 Newsletter
Mar 25th, 2024
Palmetto Endocrinology February 2024 Newsletter
Palmetto Endocrinology February 2024 Newsletter
Feb 5th, 2024
Hoarseness and The Thyroid Gland
Although your hoarse voice can stem from several different causes, at Palmetto Endocrinology, we often see patients with a hoarse voice related to thyroid nodules and dysfunction.
Feb 1st, 2024
Winter Blues
Happy New Year! I hope everyone has had a joyful and meaningful holiday season. During the winter months, many people find themselves feeling down. Whether it’s due to the cold weather, shorter days, the holidays coming to an end or reminders of missed l
Jan 2nd, 2024
Bruises
This month we are talking about black and blue discolorations. Bruises, also called contusions, form when an injury damages your blood vessels and makes them leak. An endocrine problem that can causing bruises is Cushing's.
Nov 1st, 2023
Hirsutism
Whenever hormones tip out of balance, there are consequences, including hirsutism, or excessive hair growth in women.
Oct 1st, 2023
Pituitary Adenomas
This month we are going to discuss pituitary adenomas. Pituitary adenomas are the most common tumor type in the pituitary gland.
Sep 1st, 2023
Light and Sleep
This month we discuss how light can affect the way we sleep and why sleep is so important.
Aug 1st, 2023
Hyperparathyroidism Update
This month we are writing about parathyroid disease, also known as hyperparathyroidism.
Jul 3rd, 2023
A new study revealed a high incidence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in people with diabetes
This month I’m going to discuss this new study published in The New England Journal of Medicine. It found that the rate of chronic kidney disease in the U.S. has markedly increased in recent years, along with increased rates of diabetes.
Jun 1st, 2023
Blood Sugar Swings and Management
This month we review some causes of blood sugar swings and different ways to try to manage them.
May 1st, 2023
Hurthle Cell Cancer of the Thyroid
There are several types of cancer that can affect the thyroid gland. This month I’m going to talk about Hurthle (HEERTH-hul) cell cancer. It is a rare cancer that is also called Hurthle cell carcinoma or oxyphilic cell carcinoma. Hurthle cell cancer can be
Apr 1st, 2023
Insulin Resistance
Insulin resistance has been in the news a great deal lately, but there are a lot of misconceptions. Here at Palmetto Endocrinology, we keep abreast of all the latest information coming available and will always try to help you to make an informed decision.
Mar 1st, 2023
‘Trigger Finger' Stuck in Bent Position May Be a Sign of Diabetes
I was online the other day and found this article by Cara Murez who writes for HealthDay News. I thought it was interesting and helps to show us that everything is connected, even if we don’t always know how it is connected.
Feb 1st, 2023
How to Tell the Difference between Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism
How to Tell the Difference between Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism
Aug 1st, 2022
Adrenal Glands and Functions
This month let’s look into adrenal glands and their functions.
Jul 1st, 2022
Low Testosterone
This month we review the signs and symptoms of male hypogonadism, as well as an overview of causes and different treatments.
Jun 1st, 2022
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome or PCOS
Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome can be difficult to diagnose and treat. We review some of the nuances.
May 2nd, 2022
Help for the Type I Diabetic on Dealing with Day-to-Day Blood Sugars
Discussion and website for type 1 diabetics to have in their toolbox.
Apr 1st, 2022
Some of the Common Causes of Fatigue
This month we review some of the more common causes of fatigue.
Mar 1st, 2022
New Study Finds Children Are up to 2.5 Times More Likely to Develop Diabetes After COVID-19 Infectio
This month, I wanted to reprint an article I found in the magazine Men’s Health written by Jake Smith. I think that this is a very important topic and needs as much coverage as possible.
Feb 1st, 2022
Too good to be true
If what you're reading seems too good to be true, it just might be.
Nov 1st, 2021
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency and Vitamins
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency and Vitamins
Oct 1st, 2021
Hyperparathyroidism
We review the signs, symptoms, treatment and pathophysiology of hyperparathyroidism.
Sep 1st, 2021
Rules to Help Keep Blood Glucose Levels Healthy
Rules to Help Keep Blood Glucose Levels Healthy
Aug 2nd, 2021
Signs Your Thyroid Is Making You Gain Weight
Signs Your Thyroid Is Making You Gain Weight
Jul 1st, 2021
Conn’s Syndrome
This month we are going to be talking about Conn’s Syndrome, a disease caused by a tumor in the adrenal glands that is producing too much of the hormone aldosterone.
Jun 1st, 2021
Type 3 Diabetes and Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need to Know
What is type 3 diabetes?
Apr 2nd, 2021
3 Vital Functions of Your Endocrine System
An unhealthy endocrine system can mean trouble for your body, because it is responsible for many different functions. Let us take a look at why the endocrine system is so important, its most important roles, and how you can help keep it in tip-top shape.
Mar 2nd, 2021
Anxiety and Ties to the Endocrine System
Many signs and symptoms of anxiety has ties to the Endocrine System
Feb 1st, 2021
The Endocrine System and COVID-19
Studies show strong links between the endocrine system and COVID-19 incidence and mortality
Jan 4th, 2021
What is Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency?
We discuss what exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) is and what conditions are known to cause it.
Sep 30th, 2020
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month
Sep 1st, 2020
Hyperthyroidism and You
If you are hyperthyroid you may notice symptoms of irritability, fatigue, increased sweating, anxiety, tremors and racing heart.
Aug 3rd, 2020
Freedom may finally be on the Horizon for T1D
There could be vaccine for Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
Jul 1st, 2020
What Is A Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy (FNA or FNAB) Of A Thyroid Nodule?
Lets talk about what is involved with a thyroid biopsy.
Jun 1st, 2020
What Are Your Health Goals?
Do you know what your goals are with your health? We discuss three simple steps to help.
May 4th, 2020
Why You Need a Doctor You Can Trust
With all the information available on the internet, and only a click away, it is important to have a doctor that can help you navigate and make sense of what is factual information.
Apr 2nd, 2020
Numerous processes take place throughout the body 24 hours a day
The Endocrine System is a glorious thing, taking a leading role in keeping us alive and making sure our body functions properly. We will take a look at the different endocrine glands and how they help us.
Feb 29th, 2020
