Estrogen is one of the key sex hormones that is responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics. It plays a central role in various bodily processes in women.
Some key points about estrogen:
- Estrogen is primarily produced by the ovaries and adrenal glands in women. Smaller amounts are also produced in fat tissues and other parts of the body.
- There are three major types of estrogen - estradiol, estriol, and estrone. Estradiol is the primary estrogen during the reproductive years.
- Estrogen levels fluctuate during the different phases of the menstrual cycle. They peak just before ovulation to promote fertility and then decrease during menstruation.
- Besides reproduction, estrogen influences multiple functions like bone growth, cholesterol levels, heart health, brain function, skin health and temperature regulation.
- An optimal balance between estrogen and other hormones like progesterone is essential for overall wellbeing in women. Imbalances can lead to issues like infertility, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and even cancers. This is why hormonal assessments and careful hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is crucial.
Now, a drop in estrogen levels and imbalance with age can cause a range of unpleasant
menopause symptoms. This transitional stage can negatively impact quality of life. At Revive Hormone Institute, we provide specialized menopause treatments to help women ease this transition with
bioidentical hormones, nutrition plans, fitness guidance and stress management.
Our panel of doctors and healthcare experts can help create
customized hormone therapy plans just for you after diagnostic tests, factoring in health history, genetics, lifestyle and goals. We also offer scientifically-proven
alternative medicine options as needed.
To sum up key highlights:
- Estrogen has diverse functions like governing female reproduction, bone health, brain function etc.
- There are three major types of estrogen - estradiol, estriol and estrone that complement each other.
- Maintaining optimal estrogen balance across life stages is important via routine assessments and prompt treatment. This is where clinics like Revive Hormone Institute can guide you.
So reach out today to learn more about evidence-based estrogen and women's health treatments personalized just for you! Our goal is helping you thrive and age gracefully.