10 Signs of Hormone Imbalance

Most people don''t realize that menopause isn''t the only effect of hormonal imbalances; or that men can also experience the ill effects of these chemical imbalances in the body. This is why it is very important to be aware of how your wellbeing and any physical or psychological changes that may occur throughout your life so that you know whether or not you''re experiencing hormonal imbalances.

Most people don''t realize that menopause isn''t the only effect of hormonal imbalances; or that men can also experience the ill effects of these chemical imbalances in the body. This is why it is very important to be aware of how your wellbeing and any physical or psychological changes that may occur throughout your life so that you know whether or not you''re experiencing hormonal imbalances.

Remember that there are many illnesses and diseases associated with these imbalances, such as diabetes, cancer (especially in women), or even urinary problems. All these can be alleviated or even treated with the proper procedures or medicine. Below are some of the signs and symptoms of hormonal imbalances so you know when to see a doctor or to get help.

1. Some people with these chemical imbalances may experience fatigue?even after they are well rested or even if they didn''t do anything strenuous all day.

2. People who also have hormonal imbalances might have trouble sleeping and experience insomnia.

3. These imbalances can also be menopause symptoms, since menopause is also caused by hormonal imbalances in older women. As such, women should be aware of any menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats and the absence of menstrual periods.

4. Men may experience symptoms of hormonal imbalances as well. Some may even suffer from erectile dysfunction because of this.

5. If you notice that you''ve been gaining or losing weight rapidly in the past months, then you may be suffering from hormonal imbalances.

6. Other hormonal imbalance or menopause symptoms include fluid retention, irritability, increase in body temperature and mood swings.

7. Check if you experienced diminished sex drive, skin problems or acne and even change in the suppleness of your skin (dry skin or flaking). These are also signs that there is something wrong with your hormonal glands.

8. One way to determine if you have a urinary tract infection, which is also a symptom of hormonal imbalance, is to check if your mouth, nose, eyes and genital areas are constantly dry and if you also experience palpitations or an abnormal heartbeat.

9. Other physical symptoms include flatulence or the increase of gassiness, changes in body odor, a slight burning sensation in the mouth, tenderness in breasts (for women), aching joints or painful muscles and even rapid or pronounced hair loss (for both men and women).

10. Other psychological symptoms of extreme hormonal imbalances include suicidal thoughts, depression, lapses in memory or forgetfulness and disorientation. Some people even report that they have difficulty concentrating on tasks or responsibilities.

There are many different symptoms of hormonal imbalances that you should be aware of so that you can seek treatment accordingly, since these imbalances, if not dealt with properly can lead to more serious diseases or illnesses. It''s always good to be aware of your body and the changes in your body to prevent this from happening.
This Article is written by Lena Butler, the author of Health & Drug Testing Information Center a longer version of this article is located at 10 Things to Watch Out for in Hormonal Imbalances, and resources from other home health and wellness testing articles are used such as Hormonal Imbalances.

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