{"id":3083,"date":"2020-05-01T12:02:28","date_gmt":"2020-05-01T16:02:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newleafcenters.com\/?p=3083"},"modified":"2020-05-01T12:02:28","modified_gmt":"2020-05-01T16:02:28","slug":"effects-of-low-estrogen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newleafcenters.com\/blog\/effects-of-low-estrogen\/","title":{"rendered":"Effects of Low Estrogen"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><span style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen-Sans, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 16px;\">Estrogen is an essential hormone so the effects can be quite wide-ranging. Learn about just what all the effects are of low estrogen.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Symptoms of low estrogen may include the following:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Irregular periods:<\/strong> Estrogen is one of the main hormones driving the menstrual cycle. Low estrogen may lead to missed or\u00a0irregular periods.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Infertility:<\/strong> Low estrogen levels can prevent\u00a0ovulation\u00a0and make getting pregnant difficult, leading to\u00a0infertility.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weak bones:<\/strong> Estrogen helps keep the bones healthful and strong. As estrogen levels decrease, bone loss may occur. For example, women who are post-menopausal are at an increased risk of developing\u00a0osteoporosis\u00a0and\u00a0bo<wbr \/>ne fractures.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Painful intercourse:<\/strong> Estrogen can affect vaginal lubrication. If levels become too low, vaginal dryness can occur, which often leads to painful sex.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hot flashes:<\/strong> Hot flashes often happen during menopause due to low estrogen levels.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Depression:<\/strong> Estrogen is thought to increase\u00a0serotonin, which is a chemical in the brain that boosts mood. Estrogen deficiency may cause a decline in serotonin that contributes to mood swings or\u00a0depression.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increase in urinary tract infections:<\/strong> Increased\u00a0urinary tract infections\u00a0may occur due to the thinning of the tissue in the urethra, which can develop with decreased estrogen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/newleafcenters.com\/women\/testimonials\/comprehensive-natural-hormone-therapy\/\"><em><strong>See What Our Patients&#8217; Are Saying About Their Experience With Our Comprehensive Natural Hormone Therapy Program &gt;&gt;<\/strong><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Effect on Weight<\/h3>\n<p>Hormones including estrogen can play a role in weight management and how much fat the body stores. Low estrogen levels, such as during perimenopause and menopause, may contribute to weight gain.<\/p>\n<p>The areas where women store fat may also change during menopause. Typically, women store fat in their hips and thighs. But that changes as estrogen levels drop. According to the\u00a0<em>Journal of Climacteric<\/em>, the decrease in estrogen at midlife is associated with an increase in abdominal fat.<\/p>\n<p>Although weight gain due to low estrogen levels is typical, it does not have to be inevitable. Eating a healthful diet and getting regular exercise can help women reduce their chances of weight gain.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&#8220;I always wondered why at such a young age my energy, concentration, and libido were so low. How could a 25 year old not have any desire?! Natural Hormone Therapy saved my sanity. I no longer wondered why I was different. Knowing that other women and men struggled with the same issues was comforting. I have never doubted the effectiveness of NHT. This is one aspect of my life I will never give up. I hope other men and women can find what I was looking for at New Leaf.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">&#8211; Amanda L., New Leaf Wellness Patient<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h3>Diagnosis<\/h3>\n<p>A diagnosis of low estrogen often starts with a physical exam, medical history, and a review of symptoms. Telltale indicators of low estrogen include hot flashes and missed periods. But some of these symptoms can also occur as a result of other conditions, including thyroid problems.<\/p>\n<p>To determine the cause of low estrogen, New Leaf Wellness does a blood test to check hormone levels. The Provider may also recommend additional tests to rule out other conditions that might be causing symptoms similar to low estrogen.<\/p>\n<h3>What Should You Do Now?<\/h3>\n<p>Don&#8217;t wait. Contact us today and start living your best life. Fill out the form below to schedule an appointment with us.<\/p>\n<p>[formlift id=&#8221;1749&#8243;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Estrogen is an essential hormone so the effects can be quite wide-ranging. Learn about just what all the effects are of low estrogen. Symptoms of low estrogen may include the following: Irregular periods: Estrogen is one of the main hormones driving the menstrual cycle. Low estrogen may lead to missed or\u00a0irregular periods. 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