Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate many of the body's functions. Hormonal disorders occur when there are abnormalities in the levels of hormones circulating in the bloodstream, causing disruption to bodily processes.
Some common hormonal disorders include:
- Thyroid disorders - The thyroid gland regulates metabolism. An underactive thyroid can cause weight gain, fatigue, and sensitivity to cold temperatures (hypothyroidism). An overactive thyroid speeds up metabolism and can cause unintended weight loss, rapid heartbeat, and nervousness (hyperthyroidism).
- Diabetes - The pancreas produces the hormone insulin to regulate blood sugar levels. In diabetes, the body doesn't produce enough insulin or use it effectively, causing high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). This can damage organs over time.
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - This affects women and involves a hormonal imbalance including elevated male hormones (androgens). It can cause irregular periods, ovarian cysts, excess body hair, and fertility issues.
- Menopause - The decline in female reproductive hormones (estrogen) during midlife causes menopause. It brings symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood changes, and osteoporosis risk.
- Low testosterone - Known as male hypogonadism, testosterone deficiency causes low energy, reduced muscle mass, erectile dysfunction, and emotional changes in men.
If you suspect a
hormonal imbalance, get checked out by an
endocrinologist - a doctor specializing in hormones. Identifying and treating disorders early can prevent complications down the road.
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