Adrenal Diseases encompass a range of disorders affecting the adrenal glands, which are small glands located above each kidney. These glands are responsible for producing hormones that regulate various bodily functions, such as metabolism, blood pressure, and stress response. Adrenal diseases may involve hormone imbalances (like Cushing's syndrome or Addison's disease) or benign growths, while Adrenal Cancer refers to the rare but serious malignancy in the adrenal gland tissue. Symptoms of adrenal disease can include high blood pressure, weight changes, fatigue, and hormonal fluctuations.
At Dr. Atul Singal's Comprehensive Care Clinic, Dr. Atul Singal, Senior Consultant Urologist and Uro-oncologist, offers specialized diagnostic evaluations and personalized treatment options, including minimally invasive surgery, to effectively address adrenal diseases and adrenal cancer.
Common symptoms of adrenal diseases include high blood pressure, unexpected weight gain or loss, muscle weakness, excessive fatigue, and mood changes. For adrenal cancer, symptoms might include severe abdominal or back pain, unexplained weight loss, and hormonal imbalances. Since these symptoms can overlap with other conditions, Dr. Singal emphasizes the importance of a thorough evaluation to identify the root cause accurately.
Diagnosis typically includes blood and urine tests to assess hormone levels, imaging tests (such as CT scans, MRIs, or PET scans) to view the adrenal glands, and sometimes biopsy procedures to evaluate tissue samples. Dr. Singal uses advanced diagnostic techniques to ensure an accurate and early diagnosis, allowing for timely and effective treatment planning.
Treatment varies depending on the type and severity of the condition. For adrenal diseases, hormone replacement therapy or medications may be prescribed to restore balance. Adrenal cancer treatment options may include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or targeted therapies to manage or remove tumors. Dr. Singal specializes in minimally invasive adrenal surgery, aiming to reduce recovery time and improve patient outcomes.