Do I Need To See A Hormone Specialist?
What are hormones, and what is a hormone specialist?
A hormone specialist is a physician who has specialized expertise in diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions linked to imbalances or irregularities in one’s hormones. Hormones are a critical part of proper bodily function and affect many different processes, including growth and development, metabolism, sexual function, reproduction, and mood. A hormone imbalance can wreak havoc on your body if left untreated – which is where the critical work of hormone specialists comes into play.
How do I know if I have a hormone imbalance?
First, know that hormone changes are often normal during different stages of life. For example, women experience changes in their hormones during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause. However, hormone changes can happen incorrectly, resulting in a hormone imbalance. For women who suffer from hormone imbalances, the most common symptoms are:
- Anxiety, irritability, and depression
- Difficulty sleeping/insomnia
- Fatigue/exhaustion
- Infertility
- Infrequent or irregular menstrual cycle
- Loss of libido or reduced orgasms
- Night sweats/hot flashes
- Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
- Skin and hair changes
- Unexplained weight gain or loss
- Vaginal dryness/pain
While it is assumed that hormone balances mainly negatively impact women, they can occur in men just as easily. For men that have a hormone imbalance, the most common symptoms include but are not limited to:
- Erectile dysfunction
- Change in muscle strength/mass
- Reduced sex drive
- Anxiety, irritability, and depression
- Reduced sperm count
- Increased fatigue
- Reduced sex drive
- Weight gain around the mid-section
- Difficulty sleeping/insomnia
Where can I find hormone specialists near me?
OnePeak Medical has nine convenient locations where you can meet with a hormone specialist to discuss any possible hormone imbalances you may be experiencing or if you are at risk for one. Our team of experts offers hormone imbalance treatment to both men and women. We aim to provide our patients with a unique primary care experience that prioritizes optimal wellness.
At OnePeak Medical, we offer various treatments for hormone imbalances including bioidentical hormone pellets. This form of therapy is the most natural way to replenish hormone levels for both women and men. The pellets, placed under the skin, work to consistently regulate and improve hormone levels by releasing small doses of hormones just like those found in your body.