Adrenal Imbalance

Referred to as adrenal fatigue, a condition where an insufficient production of hormones, particularly cortisol, by the adrenal glands affects various bodily functions.

Possible Symptoms:

  • Fatigue
  • Weight Gain
  • Low Blood Sugar
  • Body Aches
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Decreased Libido
  • Digestive Issues
  • Mood Imbalances

Hair Loss

Known as alopecia, this condition is a partial or complete loss of hair from the scalp or other parts of the body with hormones playing a significant role in disrupting the hair-growth cycle.

Possible Symptoms:

  • Thinning or Brittle Hair
  • Changes in Hair Growth
  • Balding in Patches
  • Excess Shedding of Hair
  • Receding Hairline
  • Facial Hair Growth in Women

Hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s Disease, and Thyroiditis

Autoimmune disorders caused by either an underactive thyroid gland (hypothyroidism) or the immune system attacking the thyroid gland (Hashimoto’s disease) resulting in decreased production of the thyroid hormone.

Possible Symptoms:

  • Fatigue
  • Weight Imbalance
  • Temperature Sensitivity
  • Skin and Hair Issues
  • Digestive Issues
  • Memory Problems
  • Mood Disorders

Low Libido (Men and Women)

A reduced sexual desire in men and women manifesting as a lack of interest in initiating or engaging in sexual activity, reduced frequency of sexual thoughts or physical arousal, and difficulties in intimate relationships.

Possible Symptoms:

  • Difficulty Becoming Aroused
  • Reduced Sexual Desire
  • Avoidance of Sexual Situations
  • Lack of Pleasure During Sex
  • Sexual Dissatisfaction

Perimenopause and Menopause

Generally occurring between a woman’s late thirties to age 55, characterized by hormonal fluctuations and decline, depletion of estrogen, and the cessation of menstruation signifying the end of a woman’s reproductive years.

Possible Symptoms:

  • Irregular Periods
  • Hot Flashes
  • Night Sweats
  • Vaginal Dryness
  • Sleep Disturbances
  • Mood Swings
  • Decreased Libido
  • Weight Gain

PMS

Premenstrual syndrome occurs in women of reproductive age manifesting in physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms related to hormone fluctuations of the menstrual cycle.

Possible Symptoms:

  • Bloating
  • Breast Tenderness
  • Headaches
  • Joint and Muscle Pain
  • Changes in Appetite
  • Mood Swings
  • Irritability
  • Brain Fog
  • Fatigue
  • Sleep Disturbances
  • Low Libido

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

A hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age causing infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods and excess male hormone levels, where the ovaries may develop follicles and fail to regularly release eggs.

Possible Symptoms:

  • Irregular Menstruation
  • Excess Hair Growth
  • Acne or Skin Conditions
  • Weight Gain
  • Fertility Issues
  • Ovarian Cysts

Urinary Incontinence

Stress incontinence is involuntary urine leakage caused by pressure on the bladder and weakened pelvic floor muscles; and urge incontinence, or overactive bladder, is a sudden and intense urge to urinate triggered by certain food or drinks, medication or underlying causes.

Possible Symptoms:

  • Frequent Urination
  • Sudden and Strong Urge to Urinate
  • Leaking Urine
  • Involuntary Leaking of Urine when Coughing, Laughing, Sneezing