If you have too much or too little estrogen, it can be the cause of migraines or constant bad moods.
Many important processes in our bodies are controlled by hormones. So, when the production of hormones is disturbed, it affects our mood, behavior and appearance. But how to recognize that the problem is caused by hormones, and which of them exactly?
1. Sudden appearance of acne
Acne and blackheads can occur if your pores are clogged. However, some doctors claim that the sudden appearance of acne can often be caused by sudden hormonal changes in the body. For example, very low androgen levels lead to acne all over the body.
Such things can often be noticed during the teenage years when it is really difficult to get rid of acne.
2. Frequent headaches
According to endocrinologists, the reason why you often have headaches (apart from stress and fatigue) may be low estrogen levels. Estrogen is a female hormone that is produced in the ovaries and controls all metabolic processes in the brain and spinal cord.
If you have too much or too little estrogen, it can be the cause of migraines or constant bad moods.
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3. Frequent insomnia
Insomnia is a very dangerous sign because it can be associated with low progesterone levels. Sleep and sleep experts claim that progesterone is a natural relaxer. It can relax, calm and normalize sleep.
Changes in the level of this hormone often lead to insomnia. According to the Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine, estrogen and progesterone are very low in women who have just given birth. Therefore, some women may have trouble sleeping during this period. But this should not happen in other situations.
4. Increased sweating
Sudden sweating or fever are the most common signs that something is wrong with your hormonal balance.
Hormones control body temperature, so if you have some kind of imbalance, you may suddenly feel very hot. Experts claim that this symptom is common after menopause, when hormone levels are very unstable.
In other cases, this symptom indicates that there is a problem in the body.
5. Constant fatigue
Each of us feels tired from time to time, but if you are always tired, even when you are resting, it can be a sign of hormonal imbalance. Experts say that chronic fatigue can be caused by problems in the production of thyroid hormones.
6. Sudden weight change
If you have a hormonal imbalance, you can gain weight regardless of the food you eat. Lack or excess production of certain hormones can cause the body to retain fat and lose muscle mass.
For example, high levels of estrogen, cortisol or low testosterone insulin can lead to the accumulation of belly fat.
And low levels of thyroid hormones slow down the metabolism and lead to weight gain.
7. Hair loss
Excessive hair loss can be caused by thyroid hormones, insulin or testosterone. When women have high testosterone levels, they often become bald. Due to certain conditions, a hormone derived from testosterone tries to destroy hair follicles leading to hair loss.
8. Digestive problems
Many people have probably been in a situation where, due to nervousness, they have had some digestive problems. Such an effect is caused by a large release of hormones due to stress. A study conducted at the University of Texas showed that high estrogen levels affect the gut microflora.
Other studies have shown that high levels of hormones in the ovaries can lead to abdominal pain.
9. Uncontrolled hunger attacks
Our bodies synthesize hormones that are responsible for our appetite and hunger. An imbalance of these hormones leads to uncontrolled hunger attacks.
Doctors have discovered that there are two hormones that need to be balanced in order to bring hunger under control - leptin and ghrelin.
Leptin reduces hunger when we eat something and ghrelin does the opposite - it informs us when it's time for a meal.
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10. Forgetfulness
Constant forgetfulness and poor concentration can be caused by a variety of factors, including hormonal imbalance. And again, everything revolves around low levels of cortisol and estrogen.
Studies have shown that low estrogen levels can lead to forgetfulness and inability to focus. And low levels of cortisol affect short-term memory.
11. Change in the appearance of the breasts
Changing the size of the breast is one of the most serious signs that something is happening in the body. A sharp decrease in estrogen levels affects skin moisture and elasticity. As a result, breasts can lose their shape, volume and size.
According to the National Cancer Institute, changes in the appearance of the breast occur very rarely and in most cases such changes have nothing to do with cancer.
This only happens due to hormonal changes or before menopause.
Estrogen can cause a real disorder in our body.