Dr. Demetrios T Herodotou MD
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
125 E Maxwell Street 302 Lexington KY, 40508About
Dr. Demetrios Herodotou practices Endocrinology in Lexington, KY. Dr. Herodotou specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the body's glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Herodotou examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Education and Training
Semmelweis University Medicine MD 1987
Board Certification
American Board of Internal Medicine
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism (Internal Medicine)
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Dr. Demetrios T Herodotou MD's Expert Contributions
I am losing muscle fat. Could this be because of an hormonal imbalance?
Muscle normally doesn’t contain fat. Diabetes and obesity can abnormally add fat to muscle so losing it is a good thing. If you meant you are losing muscle mass, that is bad. It can be due to hormonal problems such as overactive thyroid, excess cortisol, or testosterone deficiency (in men), and uncontrolled or untreated diabetes. READ MORE
How does Glycomet SR help in losing weight?
That is a formulation of metformin. It helps by effects on liver and satiety. It is safe long-term if one has good kidney function. READ MORE
What can I do to increase my leptin sensitivity?
By going to the gym every day, eating less calories that you need to maintain your weight, and thus losing weight deflates the fat cells which can then function better. READ MORE
How should diabetes be treated in patients who have had it for a long time?
By going on insulin and other injectable diabetic drugs called GLP1 receptor agonists. READ MORE
I have Hashimoto's, I think symptoms have gone into remission while I'm pregnant. Will they return?
Yes, usually 3-6 months after you deliver. Sometimes even earlier or later, but the more pregnancies and deliveries you have the worst it gets, thus destroying the function of the thyroid gland rendering one thyroid hormone deficient or hypothyroid. READ MORE
Can my thyroid be the reason behind my high cholesterol?
Yes! READ MORE
How can I lose weight if I havediabetes?
By going on a GLP-1 receptor agonist. READ MORE
What should be the emergency first steps to deal with hypoglycemia in diabetic patients?
Have orange juice, glucose tablets, and glucagon shots available for them to use. The best thing is to avoid these episodes. It would help to allow your employees to have small snacks in between meals and allow them to take their blood sugar before they take any insulin shots and before each meal. READ MORE
Can lack of sleep cause diabetes?
Yes. Go back to your doctor to be treated. READ MORE
Can type 2 diabetes ever be reversed?
Yes, or at least it can be slowed down. READ MORE
Can beetroots be harmful for a diabetic patient?
It’s not harmful but it can be pretty sweet so it should be used with moderation. READ MORE
With a family history of type 2 diabetes, is my daughter at a risk of juvenile diabetes?
No, not juvenile, but rather type 2 diabetes which occurs earlier and earlier as kids become fat and stay inactive. So, no other precautions, just make sure she is physically active and restrict sodas and other carbs, white starches. READ MORE
If I have diabetes during pregnancy, what are the chances of my child getting it too?
None, until probably much later in life. READ MORE
How do you bring down blood sugar quickly?
By going to your doctor and getting on the right treatment, usually, at least initially, with insulin. READ MORE
What is the best breakfast for a diabetic to eat?
Old fashion oat meal! READ MORE
Is a thyroid function test painful?
No, but it involves blood draw. READ MORE
What tests diagnose diabetes?
A1c and fasting blood sugar. READ MORE
What are the symptoms of diabetes?
Excess thirst and urination are the classic ones. But they can be subtle and non specific. Best is to go to your doctor and be checked. READ MORE
Is hypothyroidism curable?
No, but you can take thyroid hormone very easily with a tablet every morning. READ MORE
What are the causes of diabetes?
Obesity and inactivity especially in someone with Family history of diabetes. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Assistant Professor University of Kentucky 2018 - Present
Professional Memberships
- Endocrine Society
- American Thyroid Association
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