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Dr. Demetrios T. Herodotou, MD
Endocrinology-Diabetes
<p>Dr. Demetrios Herodotou practices Endocrinology in Lexington, KY. Dr. Herodotou specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the body's glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Herodotou examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.</p>
37 years
Experience
Dr. Demetrios T. Herodotou, MD
- Lexington, KY
- Semmelweis University Medicine
- Accepting new patients
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What tests should I take to see my thyroid levels?
Talk to your doctor. Usually, TSH and free T4 is all you need.
Why do I feel cold all the time?
Low thyroid can make you feel that way.
Can my hormone levels cause headaches?
No, but they can contribute to headaches.
How strict does my diet have to be with type 2 diabetes?
You need to see a nutritionist and have diabetes education.
How can I control my diabetes?
By going to a diabetes specialist if your primary care provider can’t help you.
How do diabetics deal with low blood sugar?
With a continuous glucose monitor.
What is a thyroidectomy?
Removing your enlarged thyroid gland with an operation done by an expert surgeon who can do it without harming your parathyroid glands.
Bilateral medullary nephrocalcinosis and hyperthyroid
The bilateral medullary nephrocalcinosis is no likely to be related to hyperthyroidism, but actually hyperparthyroidism (primary) which causes elevated blood calcium and urine READ MORE
The bilateral medullary nephrocalcinosis is no likely to be related to hyperthyroidism, but actually hyperparthyroidism (primary) which causes elevated blood calcium and urine calcium. The thyroid ultrasound findings are consistent with inflammation usually autoimmune in nature which can result in underactive thyroid and less often overactive thyroid. You need to see an Endocrinologist to be properly diagnosed and treated for your concerns.
Can type 1 diabetes affect my child's behavior?
Yes, usually through hypoglycemia, low blood sugar, caused by the treatment of type 1 diabetes, insulin. It helps to get a continuous blood sugar monitor and pump to help manage READ MORE
Yes, usually through hypoglycemia, low blood sugar, caused by the treatment of type 1 diabetes, insulin. It helps to get a continuous blood sugar monitor and pump to help manage the insulin delivery and avoid frequent hypoglycemia.
Can hypothyroidism hair loss be reversed?
Yes, the hair loss is usually transient and stops unless you develop concomitant slope, which is a cousin autoimmune disorder that can result in permanent hair loss. Other contributing READ MORE
Yes, the hair loss is usually transient and stops unless you develop concomitant slope, which is a cousin autoimmune disorder that can result in permanent hair loss. Other contributing factors can be iron deficiency and stress. Male hormone excess can lead to frontal hair thinning.
What are the treatment options for type 2 diabetes?
There are multiple other drugs that can be used. I usually tailor a patient ‘s regimen according to the specific conditions of the patient. As a general rule, you need to reduce READ MORE
There are multiple other drugs that can be used. I usually tailor a patient ‘s regimen according to the specific conditions of the patient. As a general rule, you need to reduce carbohydrate (white starchy food) intake and increase exercise activity.
How can I know if my thyroid is healthy?
You probably are at risk. Simple blood tests, TSH, and free T4 can show if you have thyroid hormone over or under production. They won’t show if you have a lump in the thyroid, READ MORE
You probably are at risk. Simple blood tests, TSH, and free T4 can show if you have thyroid hormone over or under production. They won’t show if you have a lump in the thyroid, called nodule. Your doctor should feel your thyroid at every exam to detect those.
Does being overweight make it harder for me to lose weight?
Yes, it does. You can start by eliminating sugared soft drinks and high fructose containing foods. You need to consume less calories than your body burns every day. You need to READ MORE
Yes, it does. You can start by eliminating sugared soft drinks and high fructose containing foods. You need to consume less calories than your body burns every day. You need to see your doctor and a nutritionist to establish that.
What are the treatment options for hypothyroidism?
There’s only one option! Start thyroid hormone replacement with a pill every morning.
Can human growth hormone pills cause cancer?
They might. Human growth hormone can only be administered with an injection.
How are thyroid evaluations performed?
Through blood tests.
How long is a oral glucose tolerance test?
2 or 3 hours according to which one your doctor chooses to order. The 5-hour ones should not be done for any reason.
