Hormonal Imbalance: Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore and What They Mean

Do These Hormone Symptoms Sound Familiar?

Hormonal imbalances can impact women across the UK, affecting both physical and emotional wellbeing. If you’re struggling with:

• Missed or irregular periods
• Excessive fatigue
• Mood swings or anxiety
• Unusual hair growth or thinning
• Persistent acne
• Hot flushes or night sweats
• Unexpected weight change

your hormones might be responsible.

If these issues are affecting your daily life, you’re not alone. Hormonal problems are common and treatable.

What Causes Hormonal Imbalance?

• Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
• Thyroid disorders (overactive or underactive thyroid)
• Early menopause
• Extreme lifestyle changes (dieting, high-intensity exercise)
• Stress or eating disorders

Identifying the root cause is the first step toward feeling better.

How Does a Hormone Blood Test Help?

A finger-prick blood test can check for imbalances in key hormones like FSH, LH, oestradiol, prolactin, and thyroid hormones, all vital for reproductive health. Knowing your hormone levels can guide lifestyle changes and, if needed, medication via your GP.

Self-Help Strategies for Hormonal Health

• Prioritise sleep: 7-9 hours per night
• Keep active, but avoid overtraining
• Eat a balanced diet rich in fruits, leafy greens, and protein
• Practice stress reduction: deep breathing, yoga, or talking to a counsellor
• Track symptoms with an app

When to Consider a Home Blood Test

If your symptoms persist despite these strategies, checking your hormone levels at home is a convenient next step. Mayfield Clinic offers a Home Amenorrhoea Hormone Profile Test Kit with results in just 1 day. Alternatively, you can book an in-person blood test at our UK clinics.

Ready to find answers? Order your test kit here or book an appointment today.

Learn more about hormone-related conditions via the NHS: Period Problems.