Diabetes and thyroid
Endocrinology and diabetology treat hormone problems, mainly diabetes and thyroid disease. Good control prevents damage to the heart, kidneys, eyes and nerves.
What it treats
- Type 1 and type 2 diabetes
- Thyroid problems (hypo and hyper)
- PCOS and weight gain
- Obesity
- Osteoporosis
- Growth and puberty problems
When to see a doctor
- Thirst, frequent urination or weight loss
- A sugar or thyroid report outside the normal range
- Every 3 months if you have diabetes
In an emergency call 108 or 112 in India, or 911 in the United States.
Good to know
- Common tests: fasting sugar, HbA1c, thyroid profile (TSH)
- Check feet daily if you have diabetes
- Diet, walking and medicines work best together
Latest articles in diabetes and thyroid
All 32 articles →Plain-English articles based on official sources such as the WHO, NIH, CDC and NHS. Educational information only.
Thyroid disease and diabetes: how the two conditions are linked
Autoimmune thyroid disease and type 1 diabetes can occur in the same person, and diabetes is listed as a risk factor in thyroid guidance. This article explains the link and what t…
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Diabetes and thyroidThyroid problems in pregnancy: underactive and overactive thyroid
Both an underactive and an overactive thyroid can affect pregnancy if untreated. This guide explains the risks, why doctor follow-up matters and what to tell your care team.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Diabetes and thyroidGoitre (enlarged thyroid): causes, symptoms and when to get checked
A goitre is an enlarged thyroid gland that shows as swelling at the front of the neck. This article covers causes, symptoms, tests, treatment and warning signs.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Diabetes and thyroidHashimoto's disease: symptoms, tests and how it is managed
Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks the thyroid, often leading to hypothyroidism. This guide covers symptoms, tests and management.
4 min read · 19 Oct 2026Diabetes and thyroidGraves' disease: symptoms, eye problems, tests and treatment
Graves' disease is the most common cause of an overactive thyroid. This guide explains symptoms, eye and skin changes, tests, treatment options and pregnancy points.
4 min read · 19 Oct 2026Diabetes and thyroidThyroid function tests: TSH, T3, T4 and antibody tests explained
Doctors use blood tests and sometimes scans to check how the thyroid is working. This article explains what TSH, T3, T4 and antibody tests are for.
3 min read · 19 Oct 2026Guides, articles and videos
Guides for diabetes and thyroid are being written and checked by MD/PharmD Clinical Expert MyDoctor Staff. Until then, the articles below and our blog can help.
- ArticleThyroid disease and diabetes: how the two conditions are linked
- ArticleDiabetes complications: what they are and how to lower the risk
- ArticleDiabetes and pregnancy: planning, care and checks before and after
- ArticleDiabetes in children and teens: types, signs and daily care
- ArticleBlood sugar targets and home glucose checks: what the numbers mean
- ArticleContinuous glucose monitors (CGM): how they work and who uses them
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