“My hormones are making me crazy!” Have you ever said that statement? A female’s body produces dozens of hormones that control many aspects of her life. Not only are they prevalent during monthly menstrual cycles, but they also play a large role in how a female thinks, feels, sleeps and can even affect her appearance.
When hormones get out of balance, it can cause issues in a woman’s mental, physical and emotional well-being. You will need to consult your well women care physician or OB/GYN to discuss possible treatment options.
There are various tell-tale signs that may indicate a woman’s hormones are affecting her body. Below are five clues that may suggest you have a hormone imbalance:
- Excessive fatigue – When you are under a lot of stress, your body produces excess amounts of a hormone called cortisol. This hormone can affect your adrenals and make you feel as if you are on a roller coaster. You may feel wired for a while, then absolutely exhausted.
- Low or no libido – There can be many reasons for a low libido, but a majority of cases are due to some kind of hormonal imbalance.
- Acne – Many times in a woman’s life, her hormones can shift and cause severe acne. According to endocrinologist Geoffrey Redmond, M.D., author of the Hormonally Vulnerable Woman, “A lot of people think acne comes only from diet or lack of hygiene, but it’s essentially hormonal, and testosterone is always at the root of it.”
- Moody – If you notice that your moods fluctuate throughout various stages in the month, you may be having an imbalance. Hormonal changes can certainly happen during the estrogen shifts of your monthly cycle, but if you are having issues all throughout the month then you should have your hormones checked.
- Sleep loss – When hormones are out of balance, often your sleep can be affected. When there is sleep loss, other issues can arise such as moodiness. Generally, the drop in the hormone progesterone is to blame for sleep loss.
At All About Women, we care about every aspect of your health – mental, physical and emotional. If you feel you may be experiencing a hormone imbalance or other health-related issue, please contact our compassionate physicians in Gainesville or Lake City to schedule an appointment today.
