Did you know that your hormones make you look bright ,radiant & beautiful. The reverse can also happen if the balance tilts. And it is not just one hormone but a combination 2-3 hormones which play a major role in the life of women especially the teenage girls.

Teenage girls  are often seen as moody, secretive and do not want to talk about their bodily changes. With the research on the impact of hormones on the body  it has been clearly identified that the cause for this in most of the cases , is the levels of  the  fluctuating hormones during the teenage. Infact hormones have a profound impact on the life cycle of female right  after her birth, through adolescence, menstruation, pregnancy, pre & post menopause. The signs of a hormone imbalance may show off as delayed puberty or excessive and sudden weight gain. 

In some girls heavy menstrual bleeding may not be seen as hormonal imbalance by the mother or the family member to seek medical advice. Even worse the girl may not even realise that she need to go to a doctor and be embarrassed to discuss about this with an adult.

So know the symptoms of teenage Hormone Imbalance for getting the right medical advice.

First & foremost symptom could be Irregular or heavy periods followed by fatigue, weight gain, facial hair and extreme moodiness indicating teenage hormonal imbalance. Other less common signs include increased sensitivity to cold or heat, constipation or more frequent bowel movements,dry skin ,unexplained weight loss,hair loss or fine, brittle hair,depression or anxiety,sweating

 Let’s talk  about the 5 key hormones & their effects 

1. Progesterone plays a part in balancing estrogen, so when progesterone is low, dominant estrogen can create its own set of problems.  Low progesterone can cause headaches, anxiety and irregular periods.
2. Estrogen –Too much of it you end up gaining weight, have tender breasts, mood swings and PMS. Too little will induce hot flashes, UTIs, fatigue, body pain and difficulty in concentrating.
3. Cortisol – Cortisol is commonly called “the stress hormone.” Excess cortisol can cause Cushing’s disease, weight gain, anxiety and depression in young  girls. Low cortisol leads to Addison’s disease, fatigue and weight loss.
4. Thyroid hormones – Hyperthyroidism, or too much thyroid hormone can cause anxiety, weight loss, heart palpitations and fatigue among other symptoms. Hypothyroid, or low thyroid hormone levels, also lead to fatigue but can cause weight gain, depression, dry skin and hair and irregular periods.
5. Testosterone – Teenage girls also have testosterone the male sex hormone in little quantities and it is one of the culprits of PCOS but can also cause other health issues.

Common Causes of Hormone Imbalance in teenage girls

One of the most common causes of serious teen hormone imbalance is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS can also cause excessive body hair growth and irregular or heavy periods in addition to black thickening of skin under the neck and armpit. Treatment will vary according to the hormones involved and the severity of the imbalance. In many cases, supplements and lifestyle changes can offer relief from symptoms. Proper recommended diet, sleep , exercise and medicines can help you overcome the imbalance .

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We will  listen to your concerns and help you find the safest and most effective solution to teenage hormone imbalance.