Hormone imbalances overview
Hormonal imbalances occur when you have too much or too little of a certain hormone. Small changes in hormones can have serious effects throughout your entire body. Hormones are produced in the endocrine glands and travel around the bloodstream to tell your organs what to do. They control many of your body’s major processes, including your metabolism and reproduction. While some hormone levels fluctuate throughout your lifetime (as a result of aging), major changes can cause an imbalance.
The causes of a hormonal imbalance
There are many possible causes for hormonal imbalance, and they differ depending on the glands or hormones affected. Common causes include:
- Diabetes
- Stress
- Medications
- Cancer treatments
- Tumors (benign or cancerous)
- Thyroiditis
- Eating disorders
- An underactive or overactive thyroid
- Cushing syndrome
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Hypogonadism
The causes that are unique to women include:
- Menopause
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
- Primary ovarian insufficiency
- Birth control pills and other hormone drugs
The symptoms of hormonal imbalances
Symptoms that are specific to women often include:
- Vaginal atrophy
- Vaginal dryness
- Heavy or irregular periods
- Painful sex
- Thinning hair or hair loss
- Acne on the face, chest or upper back
Symptoms that are specific to men include:
- Development of breast tissue
- Erectile dysfunction
- Decreased sex drive
- Infertility
- Decrease in beard and body hair growth
- Loss of muscle mass
Weight gain, increased hunger, fatigue, frequent urination, blurred vision, anxiety, depression, sweating are some of the more general symptoms.
Treatments at RejuvaLife
If you suffer from hormonal imbalance, schedule an appointment at RejuvaLife in Newburyport, Massachusetts. We provide the following services to treat most of the symptoms listed above:
- Hormone optimization
- Nutrition and wellness advice
- Medical weight loss
The licensed medical providers can conduct the proper tests to check for an imbalance and assign the right treatment for you. We aim to improve your overall wellness in a personal, attentive way.
Request an appointment in Newburyport, MA
Men and women can both benefit from our services. Schedule an appointment today to nurture your mind, body and soul to become the you that you have always wanted to be. To get started, request an appointment online or give us a call at (978) 225-0378.
