Estrogen is a key hormone that plays many important roles in the female body. It is responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics.
Some key points about estrogen:
- Produced primarily by the ovaries in women. Smaller amounts produced by the adrenal glands and fat tissues.
- Peaks during the menstrual cycle right before ovulation to prepare the uterus for a potential pregnancy.
- Regulates the menstrual cycle - the cyclical shedding of the uterine lining that happens roughly once per month if no pregnancy occurs.
- Causes breast tissue growth during puberty and supports health of breast tissue. Important for bone and heart health as well.
- Declines as a woman transitions into menopause, which commonly causes symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness. Hormone therapy can ease this transition.
So in summary, estrogen is an integral player in female reproduction, from puberty through menopause. It allows women's bodies to grow into their adult form, experience monthly menstrual cycles, and regulates these intricate reproductive processes.
When your estrogen levels change dramatically, like right before your period or during menopause, you may experience significant symptoms. This is when checking in with your doctor about
hormone testing or potential
hormone therapy can be useful.
The experts at
Hormone Harmony Clinic specialize in the delicate balance of women's hormones across the lifespan. We offer cutting-edge hormone tests to assess your estrogen, progesterone, testosterone and more. Based on the results, our physicians create fully customized treatments including bioidentical hormones and lifestyle recommendations tailored to your unique needs.
We recognize that hormone changes profoundly impact how you feel every single day. So we listen compassionately and craft integrative care plans that consider your whole self—body, mind and spirit.
Our caring team is ready to guide you to balanced, energized and vibrant health!