Hormonal disorders

What are hormonal disorders?

Hormones are extremely important chemical messengers that control many critical bodily functions. When our hormones fall out of balance, it can wreak havoc and cause debilitating symptoms. Hormonal imbalances or deficiencies can negatively impact both physical and mental health.

Some common hormonal disorders include:

• Hypothyroidism - When the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. This can cause fatigue, weight gain, feeling cold, and more.


• Hyperthyroidism - When the thyroid produces excessive thyroid hormone. Symptoms may include unexplained weight loss, rapid heartbeat, tremors, etc.


• Diabetes - Caused by the body's inability to regulate insulin levels properly. This results in elevated blood sugar.


• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - A common condition caused by imbalanced reproductive hormones. Leads to irregular periods, excess hair growth, and frequently infertility.


• Early or delayed puberty - When a child's body begins to enter puberty too early or too late, signalling an underlying hormone imbalance.


• Menopause - Marked by the natural decline in key hormones like estrogen and progesterone. Brings unpleasant symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and mood changes for many women.

The wide variety of hormonal disorders and associated health effects make getting an accurate diagnosis extremely important. If you suspect your body's complex system of hormones has fallen out of whack, consult your doctor. They can order lab testing of hormones like cortisol, testosterone, estrogen to uncover any imbalances or deficiencies contributing to your issues.

Proper hormone therapy and treatments, like bioidentical hormones for menopause or thyroid medications for hypothyroidism, can help restore optimal hormone levels and dramatically relieve debilitating symptoms. We achieve excellent results managing complex hormonal disorders at Vitality Renewal Clinic. Our compassionate and specialized physicians develop fully customized treatment plans to address the root hormonal imbalances behind your symptoms. We also provide nutrition, fitness and wellness coaching as part of our holistic approach focused on your long term health, not just short term symptom relief. Contact us today for a consultation!