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How Hormonal Imbalance Can Impact Fertility (And What You Can Do About It)

Hormones are chemicals primarily made in the endocrine glands. These chemicals are released into the bloodstream and act as messengers to help the body communicate between cells. Hormonal imbalance occurs when there is too much or too little of a certain hormone or hormones in the blood.

To determine if hormonal imbalance may be impacting your fertility, you can use an at-home hormone imbalance test. Your doctor may also order lab tests to further investigate your hormone levels. From there, a health care provider can determine an appropriate diagnosis and help you decide which treatments may improve your odds of getting pregnant.

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