Hormonal Imbalance Symptoms

The balance of hormones in a woman’s body at any given time is affected by many factors. Changes in a woman’s life such as puberty or the onset of menopause can bring about major alterations to hormone levels.

Often during menopause the ovaries reduce their production of certain hormones such as progesterone and estrogen. This fluctuation of hormone levels can result in discomfort and health concerns. The two primary female hormones, estrogen and progesterone, exist in a delicate balance, and so even slight variances can result in symptoms.

The symptoms of hormonal imbalance usually increase as a woman ages and tend to be especially prominent during menopause. However, women of all ages may experience hormone imbalances.

Symptoms of Hormonal Imbalance
	• Hot flashes • Fatigue • Insomnia • Loss of libido • Weight gain and bloating • Depression • Mood swings • Headaches • Joint pain • Hair loss and facial hair growth • Dry or oily skin • Bone loss • Decreased fertility • Heavy or painful periods • Tender or fibrocystic breasts • Vaginal dryness

As hormones regulate almost all key functions of a woman’s body an imbalance can create a whole host of problems. Different women will have different symptoms of hormone imbalance, some may experience a single symptom and others may experience a combination of problematic symptoms. The most common symptoms of hormonal imbalance are listed at the left.

Although the symptoms of hormonal imbalance can be distressing for a woman, there is a wide range of treatment options available.

So that an informed decision about the management of hormonal imbalance can be made, click on the following link to find out more about the treatments for hormonal imbalance.

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