Produced in the endocrine glands, hormones help regulate many of the major bodily processes. Hormones tell your body what to do and when to do it, and help keep the body in tune and functioning correctly. Unfortunately, as we age, things can go out of whack, and hormonal imbalance can occur, causing you to have too little or too much of a particular hormone. Any deviation from the norm can create a ripple effect and can cause the body to become unbalanced. However, being aware of the signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalance can help you identify and correct this imbalance early on, so you can bring your body back into harmony.
Hormonal imbalance can impact your:
• Mood
• Sleep patterns
• Metabolism
• Reproduction
• Appetite
• Heart rate
• Skin
• Hair
• Digestive system
• Muscles
• Vision
To help maintain a healthy lifestyle, it is crucial that you have the knowledge to spot the signs of hormonal imbalance so you can get back to feeling like yourself again. To ensure your body remains in working order, check out some of the signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalance.
Signs of Hormonal Imbalance in Men
• Hot flashes
• Osteoporosis
• Infertility
• Lowered libido
• Loss of muscle mass
• Development of breast tissue
• Breast tenderness
• A decrease in hair growth
• Erectile dysfunction
• Acne
• Water retention
• Anxiety
• Insomnia
• Memory loss
• Prostate inflammation
• Headaches
Signs of Hormonal Imbalance in Women
• Night sweats
• Vaginal dryness
• Skin Tags
• Weight gain
• Trouble gaining weight
• Acne on the face, chest, or back
• Heavy periods
• Irregular periods
• Thinning hair
• Hair loss
• Darkening of the skin
• Dry skin
• Osteoporosis
Signs of Hormonal Imbalance in Children
For Girls:
• Growth rate doesn’t increase
• Delayed period
• Delayed development of breast tissue
For Boys:
• Voice doesn’t drop
• Development of breast tissue
• No development of muscle mass
• Sparse body hair
• Impaired testicular and penis growth
If you are experiencing the signs of hormonal imbalance, at the Salerno Center, we can suggest a treatment plan that is right for you. We offer bioidentical hormone replacement therapy for both men and women, so contact us today to request a consultation or to learn more!
