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Hormonal Imbalance Treatment in Metro Detroit

Hormones control virtually every body function, and imbalances can cause wide-ranging symptoms. Our functional medicine approach uses comprehensive testing to identify hormonal dysfunction and addresses root causes through targeted nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and when appropriate, bioidentical hormone support.

Understanding Hormonal imbalances

Hormones control virtually every body function, and imbalances can cause wide-ranging symptoms. Our functional medicine approach uses comprehensive testing to identify hormonal dysfunction and addresses root causes through targeted nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and when appropriate, bioidentical hormone support.

Common Causes

  • Chronic stress and adrenal dysfunction
  • Thyroid disorders
  • Blood sugar imbalances
  • Gut health issues affecting hormone metabolism
  • Environmental toxin exposure
  • Nutrient deficiencies
  • Age-related hormone decline
  • Poor sleep and circadian rhythm disruption

Signs & Symptoms

  • Fatigue and low energy
  • Weight gain especially around midsection
  • Mood swings and irritability
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Low libido
  • Hair loss or thinning
  • Brain fog and memory issues
  • Temperature sensitivity
  • Menstrual irregularities

When to Seek Professional Care

  • Fatigue persists despite adequate sleep
  • Unexplained weight changes
  • Mood changes affecting relationships or work
  • Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction
  • Perimenopause or andropause symptoms

Frequently Asked Questions About Hormonal imbalances

We test thyroid (full panel including antibodies), adrenal hormones (cortisol patterns), sex hormones (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA), and metabolic markers.
When appropriate, we use bioidentical hormones. However, we first optimize lifestyle factors, nutrition, and address root causes.
We use optimal ranges (not just normal), test more comprehensively, and address root causes of hormone dysfunction.
Some improvements occur within weeks. Full hormone optimization typically takes 3-6 months.
Common signs include persistent fatigue, unexplained weight changes, mood swings, sleep problems, low libido, brain fog, hair loss, and irregular periods. If these symptoms significantly impact your daily life, hormone testing can determine if imbalances are the cause.
Yes, hormonal imbalances can cause or worsen anxiety. Cortisol dysregulation, thyroid dysfunction, and fluctuating estrogen and progesterone all affect mood and stress response.

Balancing hormones often significantly improves anxiety symptoms.
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