Hypoestrogenesis is a condition with lower than normal levels of estrogen in the body and can cause symptoms such as hot flashes, irregular menstruation, or fatigue. Estrogen is a female hormone responsible for the development of a woman’s sexual characteristics and is involved in various functions of the body, such as the regulation of the menstrual cycle, the regulation of metabolism, as well as the metabolism of bones and cholesterol.
Thus, when rates are low, with the exception of menopause and before puberty, this may be a sign that a woman has a disease that affects estrogen production, such as autoimmune disease or kidney disease, for example.
Causes that can lead to the onset of hypostrogenia include
In addition to these causes, estrogen levels also begin to drop as a woman approaches menopause, which is perfectly normal.
Hypoestrogenia can cause symptoms such as irregular menstruation, pain during sex, increased frequency of urinary tract infections, mood swings, hot flashes, breast tenderness, headache, depression, fatigue and difficulty getting pregnant.
In addition, in the long term, very low estrogen levels can increase the risk of obesity, cardiovascular disease and even osteoporosis, which can lead to bone fractures, as estrogen is very important for maintaining good bone density.
Learn more about the importance of female hormones for proper body functioning.
Treatment is done taking into account the cause of hypoestrogenia, if this cause is excessive exercise, simply reduce the intensity of activity, if hypoestrogenia is the result of an eating disorder, such as anorexia or bulimia, this problem should be treated first., with the help of a nutritionist and a psychologist or psychiatrist.Find out how anorexia is treated.
Generally, for other cases, your doctor recommends hormone replacement therapy, in which isolated estrogens are given, orally, vaginally, skinly or injectablely, or associated with progestin, at a specific dose tailored to a woman’s needs.
Learn more about hormone replacement therapy.