How to Determine if You Have a Lack of Sex Hormones
Disease description:
I have been experiencing hair loss and irregular menstruation recently, and I suspect that I may be deficient in sex hormones. I would like to know how to determine if I actually have a sex hormone deficiency.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhao Xiaodong
To determine whether you may have a deficiency in sex hormones, consider the following aspects:
1. **Observe physical symptoms**: Sex hormone deficiency can manifest differently in each gender. In females, symptoms may include amenorrhea, breast atrophy, decreased libido, infertility, vaginal dryness, hot flashes, and dull skin. In males, symptoms may involve reduced sexual desire, erectile dysfunction, decreased facial and body hair, testicular atrophy, reduced muscle mass, and increased fat accumulation.
2. **Pay attention to psychological changes**: Sex hormones are closely related to emotional and psychological well-being. A deficiency may lead to mood swings, irritability, anxiety, or depression.
3. **Undergo medical evaluation**: The most accurate method is to have your sex hormone levels tested at a hospital. A blood test measuring six key sex hormones—follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), luteinizing hormone (LH), estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, and prolactin—can determine whether your hormone levels are within the normal range.
