General Signs of Hormonal Imbalances

Hormonal imbalances can affect many parts of your body, and the symptoms depend on which hormones are out of balance. Here are some common signs to look out for 👇

🔄 General Signs of Hormonal Imbalance:

• Unexplained weight gain or weight loss ⚖️

• Fatigue or feeling tired all the time 😴

• Changes in appetite (always hungry or loss of appetite)

• Sleep problems or insomnia 🌙

• Mood swings, anxiety, or depression 😢😠

• Low libido or sexual dysfunction 💔

• Headaches or migraines 🧠

🩸 Women-Specific Symptoms:

• Irregular periods or missed periods 🩸

• Heavy or painful periods

• PMS that’s worse than usual

• Acne, especially around the jawline or chin area 😬

• Hair thinning or hair loss 👩‍🦲

• Excess facial or body hair (hirsutism)

• Fertility issues

🧔‍♂️ Men-Specific Symptoms:

• Low testosterone

• Erectile dysfunction

• Loss of muscle mass 💪

• Increased body fat

• Mood changes or irritability

🧪 How to Confirm:

To be sure, you’ll need blood tests that check hormone levels. Common tests include:

• Thyroid panel (TSH, T3, T4)

• Estrogen/progesterone/testosterone

• Cortisol (stress hormone)

• Insulin or blood sugar levels

• LH/FSH (reproductive hormones)

You can get tested at a clinic, or even some home test kits are available depending on your location.

🩺 When to See a Doctor:

If your symptoms are persistent or affecting your quality of life, it’s a good idea to speak with a doctor or an endocrinologist. They can guide you through testing and treatment options.