Hormonal imbalance is one of the most common causes of infertility. The result of such a failure is a violation of the ovulatory cycle in women and a deterioration in sperm quality in men.
However, hormonal infertility can be successfully treated if detected early. The specialists of the Lita clinic have many years of experience in successfully working with such disorders. They will prescribe an effective corrective treatment that will be the first step towards having a baby.
Hormones and infertility
The consequences of hormonal imbalances can be varied. From serious (oncology) to seemingly trivial (overweight). Among female hormone-dependent diseases, the most common are:
- uterine fibroids (small, benign growths in the walls or cervix);
- endometriosis (proliferation of the endometrium inside the tissues of the uterus and outside the organ);
- ovarian dysfunction (a number of pathologies caused by the failure of hormone-forming function, endocrine imbalance, inflammation);
- adenomyosis (invasion of the mucous membrane into muscle tissue);
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) (a hormonal disorder with ovarian enlargement and the formation of numerous cysts).
Diseases of the female reproductive system caused by hormonal imbalance cause many inconveniences and painful conditions. And without proper treatment, they turn into infertility.
There are many factors provoking an imbalance that result in hormone-dependent diseases:
- depletion of the genital glands;
- poor quality or inadequate nutrition;
- stress, depressions;
- bad ecological situation, bad habits;
- passive lifestyle, sedentary life;
- high concentration of prolactin;
- adrenogenital syndrome;
- chronic diseases;
- craniocerebral trauma, operations;
- genital infections;
- self-medication with hormonal drugs.
If it takes a long time to get pregnant, it is possible that the cause is one or more hormone-dependent diseases. Do not despair. Modern diagnostic tools in the Lita clinic will reveal the imbalance, and qualified specialists will conduct complex therapy and eliminate the problem. In the vast majority of cases, our patients get the opportunity to conceive naturally or with the help of in vitro fertilization.
“Pregnant” hormones: trust, but verify
Pregnant women also often need hormonal correction or maintenance. From the very first days of pregnancy, complex hormonal changes occur. First of all, progesterone levels rise. This hormone contributes to the retention of the embryo and prevents the immune system from rejecting the implanted ovum. Also, its “duties” include preparing the body for bearing. Successful pregnancy is impossible without it.
Their functions are performed by prolactin, FSH (follicle-stimulating hormone), growth hormone, LH (luteinizing hormone) and others. All endocrine organs also work with increased stress: the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenal glands. A new gland, the placenta, is built into this process and begins to function. The level of estrogen increases, which is “responsible” for the growth of the uterus, the removal of excess fluid, normalization of pressure, and also “participates” in childbirth.
Any irregularities in this harmonious orchestra can backfire. The reasons for their occurrence are of two types:
- pathology;
- disorders in the central nervous system.
In addition to emotional instability, severe or prolonged hormonal disruption during pregnancy can provoke:
- threatened miscarriage;
- delayed fetal development;
- protracted pregnancy;
- uterine bleeding;
- appearance of tumors.
And also, the risk of having a baby with developmental defects increases. To avoid complications of the course of pregnancy, it is worth doing a hormone test. Especially if there was previously miscarriage, there are suspicions of developmental abnormalities or the threat of fetal loss. Lita clinic specialists also recommend diagnostics in case of irregular cycles, late menstruation before conception or symptoms:
- tachycardia without external causes;
- mood swings, violent reaction to noise;
- skin rashes;
- insomnia, nausea, dizziness in the second trimester.
The most dangerous of these are pain in the lower abdomen and spotting. A timely visit to a doctor will help get rid of discomfort and keep the pregnancy. Based on the results of diagnostics at the Lita clinic, an individual course of hormonal support will be prescribed, and everything will work out!
Postpartum: hormones and feeding
The hormonal background in a woman’s body after childbirth usually normalizes on its own. There are often cases when this process needs help. The imbalance cannot be ignored as it may seriously affect the work of all organs, and a failure in the production of prolactin can affect the amount of milk produced. In addition, hormonal disruption takes a hit on mental health.
The causes of postpartum hormonal disorders are:
- difficult labor;
- stress;
- diseases;
- eating disorder;
- bad habits;
- medication intake;
- lack of breast milk.
The symptoms of this phenomenon are quite diverse. Any of the signs is already a sufficient reason to see a doctor. A special analysis, which will be appointed after a preliminary consultation at the Lita clinic, will determine the connection with hormonal imbalance of symptoms such as:
- headaches, dizziness;
- sleep disorders;
- elevated blood pressure;
- swelling;
- apathy or irritability, depression;
- excessive sweating;
- decreased libido;
- rapid fatigability;
- hair loss or hair growth on the body;
- weight fluctuations;
- long, painful, heavy periods.
Contact our clinic, and experienced gynecologists and endocrinologists will not allow hormonal disorders to spoil the joy of motherhood.