Estrogen is a key female sex hormone that plays various crucial roles in the female reproductive system and body. The three major naturally-occurring forms of estrogen in women are estradiol, estriol, and estrone.
What does estrogen do?
Estrogen has many functions, including:
- Stimulating breast growth during puberty and supporting healthy breasts in adulthood
- Controlling the menstrual cycle and reproductive capacity
- Maintaining bone density and strength
- Regulating cholesterol levels
- Influencing skin health and appearance
- Affecting heart health
- Impacting cognition and mental health
Simply put, estrogen allows girls to develop into women and influences many aspects of the female body and mind throughout life.
What are normal estrogen levels?
Estrogen levels fluctuate regularly during a woman's menstrual cycle. Levels peak just before ovulation and hit their lowest point shortly before menstruation begins. Normal estradiol levels are generally between 30-400 pg/mL before menopause.
Estrogen imbalance
An imbalance in estrogen levels can lead to issues like irregular periods, infertility, osteoporosis, heart disease, and menopausal symptoms. If you suspect an
estrogen imbalance, see your doctor or visit
Renew Hormone Clinic clinic for comprehensive
hormone testing and treatment plans tailored to your unique needs.
Estrogen and menopause
As women approach menopause, typically between ages 45-55, the ovaries gradually produce less estrogen and progesterone. This decline causes menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and emotional changes.
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can provide estrogen and progesterone to women in menopause to help relieve symptoms. The experts at
Renew Hormone Clinic offer bioidentical HRT to closely mimic the body's natural hormones. This personalized approach to HRT provides symptom relief while minimizing risks.
In summary, estrogen is an integral sex hormone for biological function and lifelong health in females. Contact your healthcare provider or
Renew Hormone Clinic if you have concerns about estrogen imbalance or menopause. Our caring staff provides individualized care to help women achieve hormonal balance, wellbeing, and quality of life.