Endocrine Disorders & Symptoms
Acromegaly (Excess Growth Hormone in Adults)
- Enlarged hands, feet, or facial features
- Joint pain
- Deepened voice
- Enlarged tongue
- Vision problems
Pituitary Tumors
- Headaches
- Vision problems
- Hormone imbalances
Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Fatigue
- Weight gain
- Cold intolerance
- Constipation
- Depression
- Dry skin and hair
- Slow heart rate
Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Weight loss
- Heat intolerance
- Anxiety or irritability
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Sweating
- Tremors
- Bulging eyes
Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
- Similar to hypothyroidism
- Painless swelling (goiter)
Graves’ Disease
- Symptoms of hyperthyroidism
- Eye changes (exophthalmos)
- Goiter
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
- Increased thirst and urination
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Blurred vision
- Frequent infections
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Similar symptoms, milder/gradual
- May be asymptomatic early
- Numbness/tingling in hands and feet
Cushing’s Syndrome
- Weight gain (face, back, abdomen)
- "Moon face"
- Purple stretch marks
- High blood pressure
- Muscle weakness
- Mood changes
Addison’s Disease
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Low blood pressure
- Skin darkening
- Salt craving
- Dizziness/fainting
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Irregular or absent periods
- Excess facial/body hair
- Acne
- Weight gain
- Infertility
- Insulin resistance
Low Testosterone (Hypogonadism)
- Fatigue
- Decreased libido
- Erectile dysfunction
- Loss of muscle mass
- Mood changes
Hyperparathyroidism
- Weak bones (osteoporosis)
- Kidney stones
- Abdominal pain
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Frequent urination
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia (MEN)
- Tumors in multiple endocrine glands
- Symptoms vary by gland involved
Endocrine Health Statistics
1 in 10
People will develop a thyroid disorder
422 million
Worldwide cases of diabetes
5-10%
Women have PCOS
80,000
Yearly new cases of Addison’s disease globally
Endocrine Health Prevention
Healthy Diet
Eat balanced meals, limit sugars, avoid processed foods
Regular Exercise
Stay active to help manage weight & blood sugar
Get Enough Sleep
Adequate sleep supports proper hormone balance
Routine Screening
Regular health checks for diabetes, thyroid, cholesterol
Avoid Stress
Stress-management helps hormonal health
Avoid Smoking
Smoking affects hormone and gland functions