Hormones are produced by various glands in the body, and together they compose what is called the endocrine system. As hormones are produced from the glands, they move throughout the body to perform specific functions.
Many of these functions are obvious to us, such as the following:
- Hair growth
- Libido
- Sex characteristics
- Mood
- Energy
And some of the functions are more subtle, yet very important. These might include conditions as:
- Wound, ligament, and tendon healing
- Stress response
- Headaches
- Anxiety
Historically, the medical community has addressed each gland as a separate entity. More recent research involving the endocrine system reveals that hormones often work together to regulate a complex balance of hormones in the body. Yet, many doctors continue to prescribe hormone replacement therapy based on the results of limited testing.
Do You Have a Hormone Imbalance?
The first step to finding out if you have a hormone imbalance is thorough and accurate testing.
There are a few ways to do this. A consultation can help determine the right test for you.
Schedule a consultation if:
You are currently on HRT and are still having symptoms.
You are new to hormone therapy and would like to get started balancing hormones.
You are currently on hormone therapy and are looking for healthier options.
You are looking for the missing link in controlling pain, inflammation, or healing.
You may need to have your hormones checked if you have any of the following symptoms:
- Hot flashes
- Inability to lose weight
- Heart palpitations
- Menstrual irregularities
- Heavy menses
- Infertility
- Fibrocystic breasts
- Elevated cholesterol
- Low libido/sexual function
- Always cold
- Mood swings (PMS)
- Sleep disturbances
- Cystic ovaries
- Low blood sugar
- Foggy thinking
- Chronic health problems
- Irritability
- Allergies
- Uterine fibroids
- Food cravings
- Urinary incontinence
- Susceptibility to infections
- Vaginal dryness
- Diabetic/prediabetic
- Weight gain
- Dry skin
- Increased body/facial hair
- Fatigue
- Night sweats
- Constipation
- Acne
- Anxiety
- Depressed mood
- Cold hands and feet
- Headaches
- Thinning hair
- Bone loss
- Brittle nails
- Aches and pains
- Weight gain