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Metabolic Syndrome in Children

Presented from India by Dr. Dhanya Soodhana

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Metabolic syndrome in children is a growing health concern characterized by a cluster of conditions that increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. These conditions include abdominal obesity, insulin resistance, high blood pressure, elevated blood sugar levels, and...

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Metabolic syndrome in children and adolescents is an escalating, underdiagnosed problem with increased risk factors for cardiovascular issues. It involves a clustering of cardiovascular risk factors like hypertension, high triglyceride levels, impaired fasting blood glucose, increased abdominal obesity, and low HDL. Though definitions vary, early identification and intervention are crucial for optimal outcomes.

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Dr. Dhanya Soodhana

Senior Specialist, Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology, Aster MIMS, Calicut

Dr. Dhanya Soodhana is a Senior Specialist in Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology at Aster MIMS, Calicut, Kerala. She completed her fellowship in Pediatric and Adolescent Endocrinology from IGICH, Bangalore, gaining extensive experience in pediatric endocrine disorders. Dr. Dhanya earned her MBBS from Kasturba Medical College in 2014 and was a gold medalist in MD Pediatrics from Government Medical College, Rajkot in 2018. Before joining Aster hospitals, she worked as a Registrar at Apollo Cradle Hospitals, Bangalore, and as a Senior Resident in Pediatrics at the Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health. Dr. Dhanya is dedicated to staying current with advancements in her field. Her accolades include the prestigious Ratan Tata Scholarship, a gold medal in MD Pediatrics, and a short-term sponsorship from the Indian Council of Medical Research for her study on postnatal cultural beliefs and practices.