Managing hormone conditions involves regulating sex hormones like testosterone and estrogen while monitoring markers for thyroid and adrenal health.
Like the nervous system, the endocrine system is involved in communication and control between the body’s various organ systems. Hormones are produced in the body by organs called glands which release hormones in order to send messages to other organs.
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Abnormally high thyroid hormone levels, or hyperthyroidism, can cause increased heart rate, anxiety and weight loss. When thyroid hormone levels drop too low the result is fatigue, weight gain and slowed heart rate, a condition known as hypothyroidism.
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Numerous factors can influence the libido. Depression, anxiety, issues with body image or a past history of sexual abuse extinguish the desire for sex. Physical issues such as illness, fatigue and the use of certain medications can also reduce libido.
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