Doctors For Hormone Disorder
Dr. Azra Shamsi
PMDC VerifiedGynecologist
MBBS, MCPS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), FCPS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
Gynecologist
MBBS, MCPS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology), FCPS (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
It is a vast term describing the imbalance of the natural hormone level. Inside the body, there are different types of glands like pituitary, thyroid, adrenal and pineal gland. Each of them is responsible for the production of its respective hormone to regulate the specific function of the body like thyroid gland produces T3and T4 to regulate calcium levels in the body and some metabolic function. Any damage or malfunction of the gland cause poor or high production of the respective hormone as in case of thyroid gland hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism may occur. Usually, this disorder is treated by respective hormonal therapy.
Painful periods
Dryness of vagina
Indigestion
Clitoral enlargement
Diarrhea
Acne during periods
Infertility
Weight gain
Hair loss
Skin tags
In men:
Reduced sexual duration
Erectile dysfunction
Reduced hair growth on body
Breast tenderness
Osteoporosis
Extreme stress
Hypoglycemia
Underactive thyroid
Poor diet
Overweight
Solitary thyroid nodules
Cushing’s syndrome
Benign tumors and cysts
Endocrine gland injury
Severe allergic reactions
Following treatments are available for hormone disorder:
Anti-androgen medications
Clomiphene
Assisted reproductive technology
Metformin
Vaginal estrogen
Hormone replacement medications
Eflornithine
Levothyroxine
Testosterone medications