Hormonal disorders - Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic

What are hormonal disorders?

Hormonal disorders occur when there is too much or too little of a hormone in the bloodstream. Hormones are powerful chemicals that help regulate many of the body's functions, so an imbalance can lead to widespread effects.

Some common hormonal disorders include:

• Hypothyroidism - When the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. This can cause symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, and feeling cold.
• Hyperthyroidism - When the thyroid produces too much thyroid hormone. This speeds up metabolism and can cause unintended weight loss, rapid heartbeat, tremors, and more.
• Diabetes - Caused by the pancreas not producing enough insulin or the body not using insulin properly. This results in high blood sugar and symptoms like excessive thirst, frequent urination, blurry vision, and fatigue.
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - A common disorder caused by imbalanced reproductive hormones in women. This leads to irregular periods, acne, excess hair growth, and weight gain around the midsection.
• Early or delayed puberty - When a child begins puberty much earlier or later than peers. This can indicate an issue with the pituitary gland or sex hormones.

Diagnosing hormonal issues can be complex. Comprehensive lab testing of hormone levels is crucial. This includes reproductive hormones, thyroid hormones, cortisol, and insulin. The expert physicians at Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic leverage cutting-edge diagnostic testing to uncover hormonal imbalances.

Treatment depends on the specific hormonal disorder. Options may include hormone replacement therapy, medications to address hormone-responsive symptoms, supplements to support endocrine function, and lifestyle changes like improved diet, exercise, and stress reduction. The compassionate care teams at Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic create fully customized treatment plans to help clients regain hormonal balance from the inside out.

What causes hormonal disorders?

Hormonal conditions can stem from various factors, including:

• Genetic predispositions
• Inflammation or autoimmune dysfunction
• Injury or diseases affecting glands
• High stress levels
• Poor nutrition
• Environmental toxic exposures

The endocrine system is complex and many influencers can throw hormones off course. At Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic, our functional medicine certified practitioners uncover the unique root causes driving each client’s hormonal disorder. We identify factors like nutrient deficiencies, gut health imbalances, and lifestyle habits contributing to your condition. This enables tailored treatment plans, not one-size-fits-all solutions.

How are hormonal disorders treated?

Common treatment approaches for hormonal dysfunction include:

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): Hormones are supplemented to restore normal levels. This is often used for menopause symptoms, hypothyroidism, or low testosterone.

Medications: Prescriptions can alleviate symptoms of hormonal imbalance while more comprehensive treatment takes effect. These may include metformin for blood sugar control, thyroid medications like levothyroxine, or birth control pills.

Diet and lifestyle changes: Improving nutrition to control blood sugar, reducing inflammation, lowering stress, and supporting endocrine function through lifestyle can profoundly influence hormonal health.

At Rejuvenate Hormone Clinic, we recognize that lasting hormonal balance requires root cause resolution paired with symptom relief. Our cutting-edge functional medicine clinics offer integrated care including advanced hormone testing, bioidentical HRT, targeted supplements, therapeutic diets, and lifestyle coaching. We partner closely with each client to develop fully personalized whole-person treatment plans. Ready for balanced hormones? Reach out today for your free 15-minute consult.