…Hormonal Imbalance: Which Hormone is Causing You Problems?…

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When you talk about hormonal imbalance, most people would readily assume that

this talks about just one condition. While this is generally true, since hormonal

imbalance does refer to a condition where a person has hormones that are out of

whack, there are actually quite a few kinds of hormonal imbalance that you can

experience. The different types are based on which hormone is not at its usual

level, and this brings about a list of symptoms that you may experience.

In women, there are around 6 types of hormonal imbalances. In order for the

treatment to fit the problem, a diagnosis first needs to be made on what kind of

imbalance you are going through. Diagnosis can be made with a visit to your

doctor, who will either try to determine what imbalance you are experiencing

through testing, or by finding out what your symptoms are.

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Different Kinds of Hormonal Imbalance

Estrogen Dominance – as the name implies, this is when your estrogen levels are

very high. Estrogen levels that are higher than normal are usually experienced by

women in their mid to late 30s, and they often attribute the many symptoms they

experience to age, and their monthly cycle. Some of the symptoms of estrogen

dominance include PMS, uterine fibroids, insomnia, allergies, depression, cramps,

and migraines. Also part of the long list of symptoms that come with this hormonal

imbalance include memory loss, lethargy, mood swings, and hot flashes, among

others.

Low Estrogen Levels – this is the opposite of the aforementioned type, and is

often prevalent with women who are going through menopause. This can also be

experienced by women who have undergone a hysterectomy, are getting cancer

treatments, or are suffering from autoimmune problems. If you have this kind of an

imbalance, you can see such symptoms as hot flashes, arthritis, vaginal dryness,

mood swings, sleeplessness, and night sweats emerging. You may also experience

a lower sex drive, migraines, memory lapses, and skin problems.

High Progesterone Levels – if you are taking contraceptives, there is a high

probability that your progesterone levels are higher than normal. When this

hormone is imbalanced, you can expect to see symptoms such as breast

tenderness, dizziness, yeast infections, and mood swings. Feeling sleepy all the

time, and feeling bloated are also symptoms of an increase in progesterone levels.

Low Progesterone Levels – this is when progesterone levels drop, and this can

be caused by a number of things. You can experience low progesterone levels when

you have too much estrogen in your system, are ingesting too much sugar, not

exercising enough, and are overly stressed. This hormonal imbalance is often

accompanied by symptoms that include weight gain, depression, water retention,

panic attacks, infertility, and vaginal dryness, among others.

High Androgen Levels – women who have higher-than-normal androgen levels

may find themselves with symptoms that include acne, infertility, irregular

menstrual periods, and thinning hair. If you have this kind of hormonal imbalance,

you may also find yourself with hirsutism, which is a condition that allows hair to

grow excessively in areas that are not common for women, like the upper lip or the

chin. This hormonal imbalance can also bring about more serious problems like

polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), insulin resistance, and diabetes.

Low Androgen Levels – often occurring during perimenopause, the decrease in

androgen levels can result in feelings of fatigue, vaginal dryness, low sex drive, and

low self-esteem. This can also occur when you find yourself missing periods due to

too much diet and exercise, and when your body is producing too much prolactin,

which usually happens when you are breastfeeding.

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In order for you to determine what kind of hormonal imbalance you are going

through, a visit to your doctor is a must. As mentioned earlier, they can tell you

what you are going through with some tests and a careful scrutiny of your

symptoms. This will help them determine what kinds of treatments and therapies

are ideal for your imbalance woes, and whether or not therapies like HRT (hormone

replacement therapy) as well as a lifestyle change is necessary for the alleviation of

your symptoms.

Sources:

http://www.nativeremedies.com/ailment/symptoms-of-hormone-imbalance.html

http://www.planetnaturopath.com/functional-pathology-testing/what-causes-hormonal-imbalances-in-women