Estrogen is a key female sex hormone that is responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics. There are three major types of estrogen in women:
Estradiol is the primary estrogen during a woman's reproductive years. Estrogen levels fluctuate throughout a woman's menstrual cycle, peaking just before ovulation.
Some key functions of estrogen include:
Some symptoms of low estrogen levels include hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, unstable moods, difficulty concentrating, and weight gain especially in the abdomen and hips vs thighs and butt.
If you're experiencing perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms due to declining estrogen levels, the hormone specialists at Hormone Health Center can help create a customized bioidentical hormone therapy plan to help alleviate your symptoms. With clinics across the country, Hormone Health Center offers both in-office and telehealth appointments for your convenience. Contact us today for a free consultation to see if hormone therapy is right for you!