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Hormonal Evaluation
Often times, when the subject of hormones comes up, one immediately reactions
with "I don't have a hormone problem." However, read the list below for symptoms
associated with hormone imbalances. In short, hormones are the "chemical
messengers" that are coordinating most functions in the body to some degree.
Think of the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Pretty impressive the number of
musicians that can play in harmony together-at the right time, the right pitch, and
the right volume. The body's hormonal system is very similar. Not only do we
need the "right" hormones produced, we need them at the right time, the right
volume, and in the right combination in order for our bodies to work. Simply put,
our properly functioning hormonal system is a finely tuned orchestra always
playing in harmony.
How do I determine whether my hormones are balanced?
To get a general idea of whether or not your hormones are balanced, take a look
at the list below of symptoms frequently associated with hormone imbalance. To
be absolutely sure, however, we can evaluate specific levels of these hormones
with saliva testing to determine if they are in balance or out of normal range. Talk
with your doctor about testing.
Symptoms associated with hormonal imbalances.
Check which of these symptoms are troublesome and persist over time.
Two or more symptoms may be an indication of the need to evaluate
hormone balance.
Hot flashes
Mood swings (PMS)
Night sweats
Tender breasts
Cystic ovaries
Vaginal dryness
Water retention
Heavy menses
Foggy thinking
Anxious
Elevated triglycerides
Depressed
Fibrocystic breasts
Decreased libido
Uterine fibroids
Cold body temperature
Bone loss
Weight gain
Headaches
Bleeding changes
Increased facial hair
Increased body hair
Loss of scalp hair
Acne
Decreased muscle mass
Oily skin
Fatigue
Irritable
Aches/pains
Fibromyalgia
Thinning skin
Allergies
Chemical sensitivity
Stress
Other indicators:
If you go too long without eating does it bother you? Do you get headaches,
nausea, irritability, weakness, etc?
How would you rate your energy level? Do you feel it is as good as it should be?
Do you have a sweet tooth?
Do you have trouble getting to or staying asleep?
What different type of adrenal stimulants do you consume and how much - coffee,
sodas, tobacco, alcohol?
Do you usually wear sunglasses when outside?
Do you occasionally get light headed or see stars when you get up from the floor
or hop out of bed quickly?
How much stress do you feel you are under? Are you a Type A or a perfectionist?
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