Estrogen deficiency refers to low levels of estrogens in the body. As women age, their ovaries gradually produce less estrogen. This reduction in estrogen typically begins in perimenopause. By menopause, estrogen levels decrease significantly.
Estrogen deficiency can cause several unpleasant symptoms. The most common include:
Estrogen plays many important roles in the female body. When levels decline, it can negatively impact women in various ways. Having too little estrogen speeds up bone loss, raising the risk of developing osteoporosis. It also causes changes to the vaginal tissue and urethra. This commonly leads to painful intercourse, urinary tract infections, and incontinence.
Furthermore, low estrogen is linked with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in postmenopausal women. Estrogens help maintain healthy cholesterol levels. They also keep the endothelium (lining of blood vessels) working properly to aid blood flow.
If you're experiencing unpleasant perimenopause or menopause symptoms, an estrogen deficiency may be to blame. The team at Hormone Harmony can help identify and address hormone imbalances causing issues. We provide customized bioidentical hormone therapy tailored to your unique needs and goals. This includes FDA-approved options like low-dose transdermal estradiol patches, creams, and gels.
Balancing your hormones can help ease difficult symptoms so you can continue living life to the fullest! Schedule a consultation at Hormone Harmony to determine if hormone therapy is right for you. We empower women through convenient telehealth appointments, easily shippable medications, and excellent ongoing care. Invest in yourself - you deserve to feel your best at any age!