EP1 (PART2) | Sweet Today, Stunted Tomorrow? The Hormone Factor in Kids’ Growth | QRATED Podcast

Welcome to an eye-opening episode of QRATED, brought to you by UM Specialist Centre (UMSC)! Host Nadia Azmi is joined by a true expert, Associate Professor Dr. Azriyanti Anuar Zaini, a Consultant Pediatric Endocrinologist. We're diving deep into critical aspects of pediatric growth and development, exploring when physical changes in children signal a need for medical attention and discussing vital insights into hormonal health in children.What You'll Learn:Understanding Puberty's Timeline: Discover when early or delayed puberty is a concern. Dr. Azryianti shares the statistics in Malaysia and explains the critical differences in signs for girls (like breast development before 8 years old) and boys.The Care Journey for Hormonal Imbalances: What happens when a child shows signs of hormonal imbalance or diabetes? Learn about the typical diagnostic journey, including necessary blood tests, X-rays, ultrasounds, and sometimes even an MRI.Environmental Factors & Hormones: Could everyday items like plastics, perfumes, or even essential oils influence your child's hormone levels and potentially trigger early or delayed puberty? Dr. Azrianti discusses the current understanding and what parents can do to mitigate potential risks.The Revolution in Pediatric Diabetes Care: Explore how advanced technology, including CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitoring), smart insulin pens, and insulin pumps, are transforming childhood diabetes management.The Power of Diabetes Camps: Hear heartwarming stories about diabetes camps and how these initiatives, inherited from Dr. Azrianti's own father, empower children. Learn how these camps foster independence, mental well-being, and create a community of young "warriors" who advocate for better health.This episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to protect children from developmental challenges and complex health issues. Let's work together to safeguard our children's future!UM Specialist Centre is Malaysia's premier quaternary hospital, offering rare, complex, and next-level care with a team of trusted super-consultants, advanced technology, and research-backed treatments.UM Specialist Centre is Malaysia's premier quaternary hospital, offering rare, complex, and next-level care with a team of trusted super-consultants, advanced technology, and research-backed treatments.Learn more about our consultants, specialties, or book an appointment: Visit https://umsc.my/For more health tips, behind-the-scenes content, and expert insights, follow us on:● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/umspecialistcentre/● Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UMSCHospital/● TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@umspecialistcentre● Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2TvWpdK4QJ2H2krNDIcHlY● Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/q-rated/id1831192451#QRATED #ChildhoodObesity #SugarDangers #PediatricHealth #MalaysiaHealth #ObesityAwareness #ParentingTips #HealthPodcast #SpecialistHospital #DrAzriyantiAnuarZaini #UMspecialistCentre