Estrogen deficiency - Revive Hormone Institute

What is estrogen deficiency?

Estrogen deficiency occurs when there is an abnormally low level of the hormone estrogen in the body. This can happen during perimenopause, menopause, and in other medical conditions.

Some key things to know:

• Estrogen is an important hormone for women. It is key for menstrual cycles, fertility, bone health, heart health, and many other body functions.
• Perimenopause typically starts between the ages of 45-55 when estrogen levels naturally start to decline as a woman approaches menopause. This transition time can last for years.

Symptoms of estrogen deficiency may include:

• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Vaginal dryness
• Mood changes like insomnia or irritability
• Changes in menstrual cycles
• Loss of bone density (osteoporosis risk)
• Increased risk for heart disease

If you think you may be entering perimenopause, talk to your doctor about testing your estrogen levels. My colleagues and I at Revive Hormone Institute offer comprehensive hormone testing and bioidentical hormone therapy programs customized for each woman. Our clinic takes a holistic approach, focusing on nutrition, fitness and lifestyle changes in addition to hormone replacement approaches.

Why choose bioidentical hormones? These types of supplements and therapies are made to precisely match your natural estrogen and other hormones at a molecular level. Some evidence suggests they are safer and have fewer side effects than synthetic hormone options.