What hormone causes dark spots?
Hyperpigmentation occurs due to overproduction of melanin and estrogen and progesterone imbalances in the body. Medications and chemotherapy drugs can also cause hyperpigmentation as a side effect.
How do you get rid of hormonal pigmentation?
Sun protection is the most important part of treatment since the pigment will continue to darken with exposure. Traditional methods used to remove melasma include chemical or acid peels, dermabrasion, bleaches, pulsed light and traditional laser treatments.
Can hormonal imbalance cause dark skin?
A particular type of skin discoloration called Acanthosis Nigricans generally appears as dark, velvety patches on the neck, armpits and groin but can also show up on the knuckles, elbows and knees.
Do hormonal dark spots go away?
Dark spots that arise due to hormonal changes are not always avoidable. However, some mild discoloration may fade over time once a person removes the cause. For example, if a person is pregnant, the marks may start to fade when the pregnancy is over. Melasma can be more stubborn to treat.
Can hormonal melasma be treated?
Most people with melasma do not need treatment. Melasma may fade away slowly if you stop taking birth control pills or hormone replacement therapy. If melasma appeared while you were pregnant, it may go away a few months after you have the baby.
How do you know if your hormones are off?
Signs or symptoms of a hormonal imbalance
- weight gain.
- a hump of fat between the shoulders.
- unexplained, and sometimes sudden, weight loss.
- fatigue.
- muscle weakness.
- muscle aches, tenderness, and stiffness.
- pain, stiffness, or swelling in your joints.
- increased or decreased heart rate.
How can I increase my progesterone levels naturally?
Other ways to naturally increase natural progesterone
- Maintain a healthy body weight. Excess weight causes a woman’s body to produce more estrogen.
- Reduce stress. Stress triggers the production of stress hormones and can cause the kidneys to convert hormones like progesterone to cortisol.
- Refrain from overexercising.
How do you balance estrogen and progesterone?
1. Change your diet to support estrogen-progesterone balance.
- Increasing cruciferous vegetables can help with proper estrogen clearance.
- Avoiding caffeine, which only robs you of nutrients like magnesium that can help with cramping.
- Eating to balance your blood sugar, starting your day with healthy fats and protein.