How to treat metabolic disorders
May 16, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Introduction
Metabolic disease is known as metabolic syndrome. The treatment of metabolic syndrome may begin with weight reduction and dietary adjustment, primarily adopting a low-calorie diet in daily meals, along with regular physical exercise to promote metabolism and burn body fat. Patients can take oral statins and antidiabetic medications to control disease progression. In more severe cases, surgical intervention may be required.
Metabolic disease, known as metabolic syndrome, refers to a pathological condition in which the body's metabolism of proteins, fats, carbohydrates, and other substances becomes disrupted, leading to symptoms such as hypertension, obesity, and abnormal blood lipids. Treatment for metabolic syndrome may include general management, medication, and surgical intervention. Specific approaches are analyzed as follows:
1. General Management
Weight reduction is essential. This can be achieved through dietary adjustments and physical exercise. The diet should be varied, with reduced caloric intake, while avoiding alcohol and tobacco. Appropriate physical activity helps enhance metabolism, burn body fat, and reduce cardiovascular and cerebrovascular risk factors.
2. Medication
Medications such as metformin hydrochloride tablets, rosiglitazone maleate tablets, and others may be taken orally as prescribed by a physician to improve insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance, and to help prevent progression to diabetes in individuals with impaired glucose tolerance. Statins, such as simvastatin tablets or atorvastatin calcium tablets, can also be used to effectively control blood lipid levels.
3. Surgical Treatment
For patients with type 2 diabetes due to metabolic disorders, metabolic surgery may be required, including procedures such as laparoscopic adjustable gastric banding and laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy.
In addition, other methods such as regular exercise, increased water intake, and acupuncture may also be beneficial. The specific treatment approach should be determined based on the patient’s actual condition and physical health. Patients are advised to follow medical guidance.
