Where is the thyroid gland and what does it do? The thyroid gland is located in the lower part of the neck. There is one lobe on either side of the neck
People with type 1 diabetes usually have an insulin pump, which not only helps improve their blood glucose control but also improves quality of life. However, insulin pump may not be suitable
What is a DEXA scan? It is a scan that measures the density of bone. It is generally considered that, denser the bone, the stronger it is and the less likely it
HbA1c or glycated haemoglobin or glycosylated haemoglobin is a simple blood test to measure your long-term diabetes control. It is used to measure the amount of glucose which is attached to the
Thyroid eye disease, in short TED is an autoimmune condition. This means that your body’s immune system attacks the muscles and tissues in the back of eye presuming they are foreign. Thyroid
Short synacthen test determines if your adrenal glands are producing enough steroid hormone called cortisol. Adrenal glands are small glands which sits on top on each kidney. Adrenal gland produces several hormones.
Prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide. As a result, we are seeing more people with obesity related medical conditions. In the current COVID pandemic, we also noticed that people with obesity and
There is an increasing prevalence of obesity and type 2 diabetes despite several government led interventions and diets. This clearly shows that knowledge of healthy eating and increasing activity does not help.
There are hundreds and thousands of reasons for weight gain. Each one of us has a different genetic makeup and we all have different life experiences. Please click here to see the
All consultations and prescriptions are carried out by GMC registered medical practitioners.
All dispensing and shipping of medicines are completed by a UK licensed, GPhC registered Pharmacy no: 9011284.
CloudRx is our partner pharmacy and prescribing service.
*Disclaimer: Results may vary from person to person depending on individual engagement and commitment to the programme.
The content of this website is provided for general informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered a substitute for, professional medical advice. Do not use the information on this website for diagnosing or treating any medical or health related condition. If you have or suspect you have a medical problem, promptly contact your healthcare provider.
© 2023 The London Obesity Clinic
