Estrogen deficiency - Renew Hormone Solutions

What is estrogen deficiency?

Estrogen deficiency occurs when a woman's body produces too little of the hormone estrogen. This can happen naturally with aging or surgically if the ovaries are removed. Low estrogen levels can cause several bothersome signs and symptoms. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatment options can help women address estrogen deficiency.

Some key signs and symptoms of low estrogen levels include:

• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Vaginal dryness and pain with intercourse
• Urinary symptoms like incontinence
• Joint pain and stiffness
• Difficulty concentrating and memory lapses
• Mood changes like irritability and depression
• thinning hair and skin

The most common causes of estrogen deficiency are:

• Menopause - Estrogen levels begin dropping in the years leading up to menopause. Once menstruation stops, estrogen deficiency becomes more pronounced.
• Surgical menopause - Removal of the uterus (hysterectomy) or ovaries (oophorectomy) causes an abrupt drop in estrogen production. Women may experience menopausal symptoms at a younger age after this surgery.
• Primary ovarian insufficiency - This condition describes women under 40 whose ovaries fail and estrogen production declines. It may be caused by genetics, autoimmune disorders, or treatments like chemotherapy.
• Hypothalamic amenorrhea - When the hypothalamus stops signaling the ovaries to produce estrogen due to excessive exercise, stress, or low body weight, periods can stop and estrogen levels fall.

Treatment for low estrogen typically consists of hormone therapy to replace what the body is lacking. The Renew Hormone Solutions provides customized bioidentical hormone replacement including estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, DHEA, and more to efficiently treat estrogen deficiency. Our expertly trained physicians develop individualized hormone regimens to safely maximize benefits and minimize side effects.

With properly balanced hormones from Renew Hormone Solutions, women report improved energy, less hot flashes, better sleep, clearer thinking, a more active sex drive, and an overall enhanced zest for life. We also offer nutritional, fitness, and lifestyle guidance to help women thrive through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. Contact us today to learn more about our progressive approaches to optimize hormonal health!