If you’re a woman and have ever experienced a frustrating symptom to do with your health, you likely know what it feels like to have it overlooked by medical professionals.
Maybe it’s bloating or weight fluctuations chalked up to your cycle, acne blamed on your period, or fatigue and mood changes brushed off as anxiety.Â
Maybe your labs have come back normal, or maybe you don’t even have a family doctor, like millions of other Canadians. But it doesn’t mean you should give up. Those frustrating symptoms you feel have an explanation, and the truth could lie in your hormones.Â
Why it matters
Now more than ever, the conversation has shifted to hormone imbalances. Social media, online communities, and advocacy around women’s health are helping women take charge of their health, seek answers, and push for the care they deserve.
And, for many women across Canada, it turns out it could be hormone imbalances that are actually what’s causing unpleasant, persistent symptoms.Â
These imbalances can show up in different ways. Conditions like Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), and hormonal acne can impact cycles, skin, mood, weight, and fertility.
PCOS is caused by hormones that influence all of these things, and it is estimated that up to 70 per cent of women with this condition do not know they have it. Similarly, PMDD can cause intense emotional and physical symptoms in the weeks leading up to a period.
Meanwhile, hormonal acne is characterized by deep, painful cystic spots around the chin, jawline, or lower face that persist beyond teenage years.
Hormone healthcare in Ontario
As conversations around hormone health gain traction, Canadians are increasingly exploring options beyond traditional in-person appointments.Â
One option, HorminaCare, offers women in Ontario the ability to speak with specialized nurse practitioners from the comfort of home, get lab requisitions, and receive tailored plans — avoiding months of waiting around.
The team behind HorminaCare believes that patients deserve better than being told their symptoms are “normal”, which is why it’s dedicated to investing the time and expertise in science-backed, compassionate care.
They can help treat conditions like PCOS, PMDD, and hormonal acne. And if you have a gut feeling that something isn’t right but can’t quite explain your symptoms, that’s okay too. You don’t need to have a diagnosis to get started. The team can help you figure out what’s going on and what to do next.
Care plans in action
Care at HorminaCare starts with a consultation to discuss your symptoms, followed by a review of your lab results. From there, they create a personalized plan that may include lifestyle, diet, supplements, or medication.
You can also book follow-up appointments to track progress, adjust treatment, and stay on top of your health. The initial consult is free, and follow-up appointments are $65. Appointments are virtual through secure video calls.
No more breaking the bank to access private health care, waiting for months to see a specialist, or taking chances with a potentially expensive naturopath.Â
If you’re ready to take control of your wellbeing by identifying the root causes of what’s making you feel off, book your free consultation today or visit the HorminaCare website to learn more.