Hormones are chemicals that are produced by the endocrine glands of the body, and they regulate most of the bodily functions. Hormonal imbalance results when the hormone levels in the blood become too much or too little. The symptoms caused by such hormonal imbalance are unexplained weight gain, excessive sweating, sleep disturbances, skin rashes, dry skin, depression, headaches, etc.
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Query: Hi doctor,I am a 41-year-old female who recently has been experiencing acne breakouts sometimes, which are cystic-like. I believe it is due to poor diet and hormonal factors. I recently started taking beef liver supplements hoping they will be my savior. I am also considering Spirulina, but both are... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Acne is a small eruption that occurs as a result of inflammation of the sebaceous gland. When it becomes infected, it may get converted into a large pus-filled cyst-like structure. If we know the exact cause and diagnosis,... Read Full »
I have a hormonal issue. Can acupressure and Ayurveda help?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old unmarried female who recently had a blood profile done, revealing specific readings. My DHEA sulphate levels are 295.5, with the reference range for females between 23 and 266. My free testosterone level is 4.88, which falls outside the female range of 0.04 to 4.18. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Based on your blood tests (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), your testosterone levels are slightly elevated, but this can be brought back to normal. There is no need to panic about this. Your current ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor,I have an imbalance in my body. When I was 7 years old my doctor gave me antibiotics with a higher dosage. Since then, my body is facing imbalances. The first issue I noticed was when I was 8 years old. I started to get furuncles. It was usually after the winter when springtime comes. The ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I just read your query and saw your file from the attached reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). You have the problem of acne according to your picture. Sometimes they automatically start reducing in the twenties. I... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I have a lot of anxiety and periodic depression, and also I have high pitta and vata. First, I tried Shatavari, which helped, but I quit when I started experiencing breast tenderness and discomfort. Then I tried to take brahmi, but it was causing a lot of pitta and vata. Which herb should... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Kindly let me know if you are married, whether you have children, how long you have had this issue, and whether you have previously undergone surgery or another type of treatment. Have you ever undergone any tests, including thyroid or other investigations? Also, let me... Read Full »
How can I reduce my facial hair that is not associated with PCOD or hormonal imbalance?
Query: Hello doctor, I am 26 years old. I have had a complaint of facial hair for the last 15 years. I had undergone a CT scan for PCOD; however, the results were negative. Also, I do not have any thyroid problems or hormonal imbalances. I have tried kuppaimeni, manjal, and neem mixture, but it has not he... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Hair growth on the face is primarily due to hormonal imbalances. It occurs in hypothyroidism and PCOD (polycystic ovary disease) patients. However, as you said that you do not have any hormonal imbalance or PCOD, I suggest you get the hair... Read Full »
How to reduce my LH hormone level?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a hormonal imbalance. My LH hormone remains high. How to reduce it? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. LH (luteinizing hormone) is a hormone that is released by the pituitary gland. Normally, their level remains low before ovulation and they get raised suddenly causing ovulation. It also helps in releasing testosterone. It results in causing acne, facial hair, and imbala... Read Full »
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