Signs You May Be Suffering From A Hormone Imbalance
What Causes Hormonal Imbalance?
When there is too much or too little of a particular hormone in our bloodstream, we can suffer from a hormone imbalance. For women, hormonal imbalances are more common during puberty, pregnancy, and menstruation. Even if the imbalances are small, they can cause side effects in your body.
Hormones regulate most major body functions and processes. They regulate our metabolism, appetite, heart rate, sleep cycle, growth and development, mood, stress level, body temperature, reproductive cycles and sexual functions.
While some hormones fluctuate throughout your lifetime and may just be due to aging, your signs of hormonal imbalance will depend on what hormones or glands aren’t working optimally.
Dr. Swing can help you determine the answer.
What are the Typical Signs of Hormonal Imbalance In Women?
Symptoms associated with the most common causes of hormonal imbalance include the following;
- Unexplained weight gain or loss
- Problems sleeping
- Excessive sweating
- Very dry skin and rashes
- Irritability and anxiety
- Fatigue
- Increased thirst
- Changes in blood pressure, heart rate, and blood sugar
- Decreased sex drive
- Infertility
- Heavy, irregular, or painful periods
- Hot flashes
- Breast tenderness
- Acne
- Hair growth on the face, neck, back, or chest
- Skin tags
- Darkening of the skin along neck creases, in the groin area, and under breasts.
What is the Treatment For a Hormonal Imbalance?
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is commonly used to balance hormones in women during perimenopause and menopause. These hormones can be synthetic (conventional) or bioidentical. While conventional hormones may help alleviate some peri- and postmenopausal symptoms, they do not match what our bodies make naturally and contain substances which are foreign to humans. Bioidentical hormones are man-made hormones that are identical to the estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone our bodies make on their own. Many studies suggest they may be safer and more beneficial than synthetic hormones. Currently, medical societies and researchers state that the risks and benefits of conventional and bioidentical hormones should be considered equal. Talk with Dr. Swing if you are having symptoms.
Schedule a Consultation for Hormonal Imbalance in Metairie, LA
Contact Swing Women’s Health and Wellness at (504) 582-9010 for treatment and other options if you think you are suffering from a hormonal imbalance. Our experienced team is dedicated to helping you regain balance and vitality, and you can also take the first step towards your wellness journey by scheduling an appointment securely through our online form. Your well-being is our priority.
