Hormonal Balance in Menopause

A hormonal imbalance occurs when there is an excess or insufficient amount of one or more hormones in the body. This is a general term that encompasses various hormone-related conditions.

Hormones are potent signals that play a significant role in regulating bodily functions. Even a slight excess or deficiency in the levels of some hormones can cause significant changes in the body, leading to particular conditions that require medical attention.

How Can We Help You With Menopause?

To determine if you have a hormonal imbalance, our clinicians may order blood tests which can be taken at a lab near you, including Quest or LabCorp. However, some hormone levels can vary throughout the day, so your clinician may also request additional tests, such as a glucose tolerance test or insulin tolerance test, to get a more accurate reading. Furthermore, some hormones can fluctuate based on your menstrual cycle, so the timing of your hormone testing is crucial. Your clinician will discuss this with you.

Hormonal Replacement Therapy can be safe, effective in managing symptoms, and even preventative if all underlying medical conditions are addressed. Typically used are compounded hormones that come as creams or capsules. These hormones are as close to your natural hormones as possible

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How to prevent hormonal imbalance

Although many hormonal imbalances are not preventable, there are certain things you can do to optimize your overall health, which helps to keep your hormones balanced.

Maintaining a healthy weight
Eating a balanced, healthy diet
Exercising regularly
Managing your stress
Getting enough quality sleep
Managing your chronic health conditions well (if applicable)
Quitting smoking or using tobacco products, if you smoke

Hormonal imbalance in the menstrual cycle

Irregular periods can be caused by an imbalance in any of the hormones involved in the menstrual cycle.

Females may have hormonal imbalances, such as excess estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, or androgens. These imbalances can cause various symptoms.

Acne on your face, chest and/or upper back
Hair loss
Heavy periods (bleeding lasting longer than seven days)
Hirsutism (excess body hair)
Hot flashes
Infertility
Irregular periods
Vaginal atrophy
Vaginal dryness

Hormonal imbalances can also affect your metabolism:

Slow heartbeat or rapid heartbeat
Unexplained weight gain or loss
Fatigue
Constipation
Diarrhea or more frequent bowel movements
Numbness and tingling in your hands
Higher-than normal blood cholesterol levels
Depression or anxiety
Being unable to tolerate cold temperatures or warm temperatures
Dry, coarse skin and hair
Thin, warm and moist skin
Irregular body fat distribution
Darkened skin in your armpit or the back and sides of your neck
Skin tags (small skin growths)
Extreme thirst and frequent urination

If you believe you are having any of these symptoms, make an appointment with a clinician.

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