Insulin Resistance Center - Silver Spring, MD
Silver Spring Endocrinologist Doctors for Insulin ResistanceType of Physician: Endocrinologist What is a Endocrinologist? A subspecialty certification by the Board of Internal Medicine; practitioners treat disorders of the internal (endocrine) glands such as the thyroid and adrenal glands. Endocrinology also deals with disorders such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, pituitary diseases, and menstrual and sexual problems. Specialty: Endocrinology Common Name: Endocrinologist Doctors in Silver Spring *![]() Endocrinology Group ![]() Endocrinology Group ![]() Endocrinology Group ![]() Drs Blackburn Hamill & Mackin ![]() Drs Blackburn Hamill & Mackin ![]() Mahmood Mohamadi MD ![]() Digestive Disease Branch ![]() The Hedaya Clinic & National Center for Whole Psychiatry ![]() Drs Galotto & Feldman PA ![]() James F McMurry Jr. MD ![]() Michael Emmer MD ![]() Endocrine & Diabetes Associates ![]() Endocrine & Diabetes Associates ![]() Endocrine & Diabetes Associates ![]() Endocrine & Diabetes Associates ![]() Endocrine & Diabetes Associates ![]() Womens Wellness Institute ![]() Michael A Bolognese MD ![]() John J Merendino Jr. MD ![]() Potomac Physician Associates PC ![]() Washington Center for Diabetes & Endocrinology LLC ![]() Riverside Medical Diagnostic Center ![]() Riverside Medical Diagnostic Center ![]() Michael Dempsey MD Helena W Rodbard MD ![]() Faranak F Sotoudeh MD ![]() Faranak F Sotoudeh MD ![]() Ajay Dashottar MD ![]() Montgomery Internal Medicine Associates PA ![]() Joslin Diabetes Center ![]() Maryland Endocrine ![]() Maryland Endocrine ![]() Maryland Endocrine ![]() Maryland Endocrine ![]() Maryland Endocrine ![]() Maryland Endocrine ![]() David R Brown MD PhD ![]() Herbert M Juarbe MD ![]() Gebreye W Rufael MD ![]() Diabetes & Endocrine Consultants ![]() Diabetes & Endocrine Consultants ![]() Diabetes & Endocrine Consultants ![]() Diabetes & Endocrine Consultants ![]() Mark A Walker MD ![]() Kashif Munir MD ![]() Duangmarl P Malayaman MD ![]() Medical Towers LLC ![]() Endocrinology Associates of Baltimore LLC ![]() Endocrinology Associates of Baltimore LLC ![]() Endocrinology Associates of Baltimore LLC ![]() George D Lawrence MD ![]() William A Valente MD PA ![]() Annapolis Internal Medicare LLC ![]() Annapolis Internal Medicare LLC ![]() Bruce H Sindler MD ![]() Harbor Hospital Diabetes Center ![]() David H Madoff MD ![]() Ian Sunshine MD ![]() Annapolis Endocrinology Associates ![]() Annapolis Endocrinology Associates ![]() Annapolis Endocrinology Associates ![]() Annapolis Endocrinology Associates ![]() University of Maryland Pediatric Endocrinology ![]() University of Maryland Joslin Diabetes Center ![]() University of Maryland Joslin Diabetes Center ![]() University of Maryland Joslin Diabetes Center ![]() University of Maryland Joslin Diabetes Center ![]() University of Maryland Joslin Diabetes Center ![]() Arsalan Sheikh DO ![]() The Center for Bone Health ![]() Sinai Endocrine Associates ![]() Sinai Endocrine Associates ![]() Sinai Endocrine Associates ![]() Sinai Endocrine Associates ![]() Craig G Haber MD LLC ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() The Diabetes & Endocrine Center ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() The Diabetes & Endocrine Center ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() The Diabetes & Endocrine Center ![]() The Diabetes & Endocrine Center ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Johns Hopkins Endocrinology ![]() Park Medical Associates ![]() Carroll Endocrinology Associates ![]() Carroll Endocrinology Associates ![]() Bay West Endocrinology Associates ![]() Bay West Endocrinology Associates Silver Spring, MarylandUpcoming Local Events2012-06-02
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Insulin ResistanceRead the Insulin Resistance article » What is insulin resistance?Insulin is a hormone that is produced by the beta cells, which are cells that are scattered throughout the pancreas. The insulin produced is released into the blood stream and travels throughout the body. Insulin is an important hormone that has many actions within the body. Most of the actions of insulin are directed at metabolism (control) of carbohydrates (sugars and starches), lipids (fats), and proteins. Insulin also is important in regulating the cells of the body including their growth. Insulin resistance (IR) is a condition in which the cells of the body become resistant to the effects of insulin, that is, the normal response to a given amount of insulin is reduced. As a result, higher levels of insulin are needed in order for insulin to have its effects. The resistance is seen with both the body's own insulin (endogenous) and if insulin is given through injection (exogenous).
What causes insulin resistance?There are probably several causes of insulin resistance and there is thought to be a strong genetic factor (an inherited component), Some medications also can lead to insulin resistance. In addition, insulin resistance is seen often in the following conditions:
What is the relationship between insulin resistance and diabetes?Type 2 diabetes is the type of diabetes that occurs later in life. Insulin resistance precedes the development of type 2 diabetes, sometimes by years. In individuals who will ultimately develop type 2 diabetes, it is believed that blood glucose and insulin levels are normal for many years; then at some point in time, insulin resistance develops. At this point, there is ofte... Recommended Reading Related to Insulin ResistanceSmoking (How to Quit Smoking) » Smoking and quitting smoking facts
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