Hormonal Disorders
Hormonal disorders occur when there is an imbalance in the body’s endocrine system, affecting metabolism, growth, reproduction, and other functions. Below are some major hormonal disorders along with their symptoms:
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
Symptoms:
- Irregular or absent periods
- Excess facial and body hair (hirsutism)
- Acne and oily skin
- Weight gain, especially around the abdomen
- Difficulty getting pregnant
- Hair thinning or hair loss
- Dark patches on the skin (Acanthosis nigricans)
Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
Symptoms:
- Fatigue and sluggishness
- Weight gain
- Dry skin and hair loss
- Feeling cold all the time
- Depression or mood swings
- Slow heart rate
Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
Symptoms:
- Unexplained weight loss
- Increased heart rate and palpitations
- Nervousness, anxiety, or irritability
- Excessive sweating
- Tremors (shaking hands)
- Bulging eyes (in Graves’ disease)
Diabetes
Symptoms:
- Increased thirst and frequent urination
- Unexplained weight loss
- Extreme fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Slow wound healing
- Numbness or tingling in hands and feet
Cushing’s Syndrome
Symptoms:
- Rapid weight gain, especially in the face, neck, and abdomen
- Rounded “moon face” appearance
- High blood pressure
- Thinning skin and easy bruising
- Muscle weakness
Addison’s Disease
Symptoms:
- Fatigue and weakness
- Weight loss
- Darkening of the skin (hyperpigmentation)
- Low blood pressure and dizziness
- Salt cravings
Growth Hormone
Symptoms in Children:
- Short stature and slow growth
- Late puberty
Symptoms in Adults: - Reduced muscle mass
- Fatigue and weakness
- Depression
Hyperprolactinemia
Symptoms:
- Irregular or absent periods
- Milky discharge from breasts (even in non-pregnant women)
- Decreased libido
- Infertility
- Headaches and vision problems (in case of pituitary tumor)
Testosterone Deficiency
Symptoms:
- Low sex drive
- Erectile dysfunction
- Fatigue and low energy
- Muscle loss and weight gain
- Mood swings or depression
Estrogen Imbalance
Symptoms in Women (Low Estrogen):
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Vaginal dryness
- Irregular or missed periods
- Mood swings and anxiety
Symptoms in Women (High Estrogen):
- Heavy or painful periods
- Breast tenderness
- Weight gain, especially in hips and thighs
- Fibroids or cysts
Insulin Resistance
Symptoms:
- Increased hunger and sugar cravings
- Fatigue after meals
- Dark patches of skin (Acanthosis nigricans)
- Difficulty losing weight
Hypopituitarism
Symptoms:
- Fatigue and weakness
- Low blood pressure
- Infertility
- Loss of body hair
- Cold intolerance