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What is meant by hormonal imbalance?

What should you know
about it?

A hormonal imbalance is a condition when the body produces too much or too little hormones. These hormones are usually considered as the chemical messengers in the human body. And an imbalance in their levels, it can have severe effects on the overall health.

Symptoms

What are the symptoms of hormonal
imbalance in the body?

Hormonal imbalance can lead to severe complications. Seek immediate hormonal imbalance treatment in
Coimbatore if you notice the following symptoms:

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Irregular periods

For women who attained puberty, hormonal imbalances often lead to irregular menstrual cycles.

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Fatigue

Feeling excessively tired or fatigued, even after a full night’s rest, is a common symptom of hormonal imbalance.

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Unexplained weight loss or gain

Fluctuations in hormones such as thyroid hormones, insulin, or cortisol can lead to weight gain or difficulty losing weight.

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Acne and skin changes

Fluctuating hormones, especially an increase in androgens, can lead to acne, oily skin, or other skin changes.

conditions

What are the conditions that can follow in men
and women due to hormonal imbalance?

Hormonal imbalances are the root cause of several health conditions, few may be temporary and a few can be concerning. Common conditions that develop due to hormonal imbalances in both men and women can include:

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How is hormonal imbalance detected?

An endocrine specialist will examine your symptoms and perform a physical exam. There is no single hormone imbalance test. Our hormones specialists may recommend one of these diagnostic tests:

Blood tests

Blood tests are the most common method of diagnosing hormonal imbalance, it can help in measuring the specific levels of hormones like thyroid hormone.

Ultrasound

This test is usually recommended to examine the ovaries, tests or other reproductive organs to diagnose conditions that are caused due to hormonal imbalances.

Pelvic examination

A pelvic exam is used to check the reproductive organs for abnormalities. It can help identify issues like fibroids.

Hormonal Stimulation

These tests are used to evaluate how the body responds to certain hormones. a synthetic hormone to see if the body reacts as expected.

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How is hormonal imbalance treated with advanced options?

Hormonal imbalance treatment depends on the causes and risk factors and a hormone doctor in Coimbatore will customize the treatment based on your results. Its treatment has to be patient-specific.

A hormone specialist may recommend the following treatments:

Women experience several distressing symptoms during the transition to menopause. This happens due to a fall in hormone levels as the ovaries stop producing estrogen and progesterone. Hormone therapy aims to replenish these hormones.
  • Estrogen therapy: Your doctor may suggest a low dose of estrogen to correct estrogen imbalance as part of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). This can reduce discomforting symptoms of menopause, like hot flashes.
  • Hormone birth control therapy: A combination of estrogen and progesterone can help regulate menstrual cycles.
  • Medication to block androgen: Anti-androgen treatment may be helpful in women who have high levels of male sex hormones.
  • Testosterone supplements: A hormone specialist may suggest testosterone supplements to increase testosterone levels in males or adolescents.
A hormone specialist may consider recommending non-hormonal remedies in certain situations.
Diet changes can be an appropriate hormonal balance treatment. Your doctor will suggest including certain ingredients in your diet to restore hormonal balance. These may include plant estrogens like flaxseed, lentils, and chickpeas.
A hormone specialist doctor will guide you in incorporating lifestyle changes to manage symptoms of hormonal imbalance. These may include weight loss, breathing exercises, and steps to avoid hot flashes.

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These depend upon various factors like family history and lifestyle. Reduced estrogen levels cause loss of bone mass and make the bones brittle. Osteoporosis and cardiac diseases are two other major long-term complications.
You may notice HRT’s effect only after 2–3 months. It may not suit all women who are experiencing symptoms. Your doctor can guide you about the treatments to stabilize estrogen and progesterone imbalance.
Yes, you can get pregnant with hormonal balance treatment. This induces ovulation by normalizing thyroid function. The doctor may recommend additional diet changes and weight loss to improve the chances of pregnancy.
Several hormonal imbalances cause sudden weight gain. The thyroid’s inability to produce hormones affects metabolic processes. Weight gain is prevalent in Cushing’s syndrome. Age can also cause hormone imbalance and weight gain.
You can follow a high-protein diet and start exercising regularly. Avoid sugar and foods that contain refined carbohydrates. Stress management can also help control weight gain, by avoiding stress eating.
Numerous hormones including prolactin, growth hormone levels can change in the bloodstream as a result of stress. To defend onself, the flight or fight response requires some of these changes.
Although hormonal imbalance may not directly cause diabetes, when hormonal imbalance is associated with other factors it can lead to diabetes. But when you are diagnosed with diabetes and also have hormonal imbalance it can worsen your diabetes.
The cost of treating hormone imbalance will depend upon every individual’s needs and condition. And also the type of hormones you need, the dosage and frequency of injections or pills, and other miscellaneous expenses.

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