Endocrinologist Belgrade: Plastic surgery Royal✓

Which symptoms indicate that it is necessary to visit a doctor specializing in endocrinology?

Diabetes, infertility, disorders of the thyroid gland, osteoporosis, obesity and polycystic ovaries are some of the serious metabolic disorders that indicate problems in the work of the endocrine system. These symptoms are sometimes not immediately noticeable, which is why patients often ignore them, not recognizing them as a serious problem. Endocrine surgery and endocrinology are specialized branches of medicine that record an increase in the number of patients.

The best endocrine surgeon in Serbia and the region

Professor Aleksandar Diklić, a full professor at the Faculty of Medicine and a specialist in endocrine surgery with more than 30 years of experience, has operated on more than 7,000 patients with diseases of the endocrine glands, mainly the thyroid gland.

Endocrinology: a specialty that deals with disorders of the endocrine system

Endocrinology is a branch of medicine that deals with disorders of the endocrine system and its secretions, hormones. Hormones regulate important body functions, including growth, development, reproduction, and response to stress.

Metabolic problems such as diabetes, infertility, increased or decreased function of the thyroid or parathyroid glands, osteoporosis and obesity can arise due to disturbances in the function of the endocrine system.  

When is it time to visit an endocrinologist?

An endocrinologist is a specialist who treats metabolic and hormonal disorders. Specialized endocrinologists at the Belgrade Polyclinic diagnose and treat work disorders:

• pituitary gland
• thyroid glands
• parathyroid glands
• adrenal glands
• gonads (ovaries and testicles)
• endocrine pancreas, with a special focus on diabetes mellitus

Endocrine surgery: when is surgery necessary?

Endocrine surgery deals with endocrine gland diseases that require surgical intervention. The most common operations performed in endocrine surgery include total thyroidectomy (removal of the thyroid gland) and hemithyroidectomy (removal of part of the thyroid gland). In the past, minor procedures, such as nodulectomy, were performed, but were abandoned due to increased complications.

Thyroid gland disorders: symptoms and treatment

The thyroid gland plays a key role in the body, affecting growth, maturation, fat breakdown, protein synthesis and development of the nervous system. Disorders of the thyroid gland can cause hypothyroidism (reduced function) or hyperthyroidism (increased function).

Hypothyroidism is a condition when the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones. Symptoms include dry skin, hair loss, swollen eyelids, trouble concentrating and changes in the menstrual cycle.

Hyperthyroidism is an increased function of the thyroid gland, which can cause rapid heartbeat, hand tremors, nervousness, hair loss, weight loss and menstrual cycle disorders.

Goiter: enlargement of the thyroid gland

A goiter is an enlargement of the thyroid gland that can cause difficulty swallowing and breathing. An enlarged gland can put pressure on surrounding tissues, such as the trachea, esophagus, and blood vessels, causing voice changes, difficulty breathing, and a swollen neck.

Tumors of the thyroid gland

Thyroid tumors can be benign (adenomas) or malignant. Benign tumors usually grow slowly and do not cause pain, while malignant tumors can cause more serious symptoms, such as hoarseness and weakness. Treatment of malignant tumors requires surgery, such as thyroidectomy, and includes lifelong hormone therapy.

Thyroid surgery: procedure and recovery

Thyroid surgery is performed in cases of serious disorders, such as enlargement of the gland or the presence of cancer. The procedure itself lasts about an hour and a half to two hours, with general anesthesia. Patients usually recover quickly, already the next day, and surgical control is performed after 7-14 days. The postoperative period does not require major changes in lifestyle, and patients are usually advised to avoid strenuous physical activities.

After thyroid surgery

Most patients quickly return to their daily activities, but it is necessary to take hormone therapy if the thyroid gland has been completely removed. Although complications are rare, there can sometimes be temporary problems with the voice or breathing due to nerve damage.

The cost of thyroid surgery

The price of thyroid surgery can vary depending on specific factors, such as the severity of the disease, the type of procedure and the experience of the surgeon. Compared to Western markets, the price in Serbia is competitive, and the quality of service remains at an extremely high level.
Given the competitive prices and high standards of care, Serbia has become a popular destination for patients looking for expertise and quality at affordable prices.

We invite you to take the time to personally come to Royal Plastic Surgery in order to see for yourself the quality of services and the credibility of our institution, and to receive all the other information you are interested in during your first meeting with the cosmetic surgeon.

Why is it not advisable to delay thyroid surgery?

All information on why it is not advisable to delay thyroid surgery can be found on this page: Don't wait for thyroid surgery.

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