Hormones control energy, mood, weight, growth, periods and much more. When glands like the pituitary, adrenal or thyroid go out of balance, the symptoms can be confusing and wide-ranging. Dr. Ajay Shukla specialises in finding the exact hormonal cause and correcting it.
Dr. Ajay Shukla
MBBS, MD (Medicine), DM Endocrinology (SGPGI), MRCP SCE (Diabetes & Endocrinology) • 17+ years
Hormonal & gland disorders treated
- Pituitary disorders — including prolactin excess and hormone deficiencies
- Adrenal disorders — including Cushing's and adrenal insufficiency
- Growth hormone problems in children and adults
- Calcium, parathyroid and vitamin D disorders
- Electrolyte and gland-related metabolic problems
Symptoms that may signal a hormone problem
See an endocrinologist if you have persistent unexplained fatigue, unexpected weight change, mood changes, irregular periods, excessive thirst or urination, changes in skin or hair, or symptoms that several other doctors haven't been able to explain.
How Dr. Shukla evaluates hormonal imbalance
- Targeted hormone testing — the right blood tests to pinpoint the gland involved.
- Imaging when needed — to assess the pituitary, adrenal or other glands.
- Precise treatment — replacing or reducing hormones to restore balance.
- Long-term monitoring — for chronic gland conditions.
This page is general health information, not a substitute for a medical consultation. Diagnosis and treatment must be individualised — please book an appointment for advice specific to you.
Frequently asked questions
What does an endocrinologist treat?
An endocrinologist treats disorders of the body's hormone-producing glands — the thyroid, pituitary, adrenal glands, pancreas and reproductive hormones — covering diabetes, thyroid disease, PCOS, growth and calcium disorders, and more.
What are signs of a hormonal imbalance?
Common signs include persistent fatigue, unexplained weight change, mood changes, irregular periods, excessive thirst or urination, and changes in skin or hair. A hormone blood test helps identify the cause.
Which gland problems does Dr. Shukla treat?
Dr. Shukla treats pituitary disorders (including prolactin and hormone deficiencies), adrenal disorders, growth hormone problems, and calcium/parathyroid conditions, alongside diabetes and thyroid disease.