THE ROLE OF HORMONAL IMBALANCE IN WOMEN'S REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND ITS CORRECTION

Abstract

Hormonal imbalance is a major factor in women’s reproductive health, responsible for nearly half of infertility cases. Its causes include endocrine disorders such as polycystic ovary syndrome, thyroid dysfunction, metabolic syndrome, and age-related changes. Disruption of the hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis leads to ovulation disorders and endometrial dysfunction. Clinical signs include menstrual irregularities, infertility, and androgen excess. Diagnosis involves detailed hormonal analysis of follicle-stimulating hormone, luteinizing hormone, prolactin, estrogens, progesterone, and thyroid-stimulating hormone, along with ultrasound examination. Treatment combines hormonal therapy, insulin-sensitizing drugs, lifestyle changes, and innovative personalized approaches based on genetic and metabolic screening.