Estrogen is one of the most important hormones in the female body. It is responsible for the development and regulation of the female reproductive system and secondary sex characteristics. There are three main types of estrogen - estradiol, estriol, and estrone.
Estradiol is the primary estrogen during a woman's reproductive years. It is produced mainly by the ovaries and promotes the growth of the uterine lining during the menstrual cycle. Estradiol levels peak just before ovulation, triggering the release of an egg from the ovaries.
Estriol is the main estrogen produced during pregnancy. It is made by the placenta and helps maintain pregnancy. Estriol levels steadily increase throughout pregnancy to promote fetal development.
Estrone is produced by body tissues like fat and muscle after menopause when the ovaries stop making large amounts of estradiol. It helps maintain bone density and other processes as estrogen levels decline.
In addition to reproductive development, estrogen has many other important functions:
- Regulates cholesterol and body fat distribution
- Aids in blood clotting
- Influences skin health and collagen production
- Impacts bone density by promoting absorption of calcium
- Affects mood, cognition, and memory
- May offer protection against heart disease and osteoporosis when not deficient or in excess
Estrogen imbalance can lead to issues like:
- Irregular periods
- Infertility
- Low libido
- Vaginal dryness
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Mood changes
- Weight gain
- Low bone density
If you're experiencing
unbalanced estrogen levels, consider getting tested by a doctor.
Supplementation or prescription estrogen may help get your levels back on track. Lifestyle changes like diet, exercise, and stress management can also make a difference.
At
Restore Wellness Center, we specialize in
personalized hormone therapy to help women achieve hormonal balance. Our expert physicians will
evaluate your lab tests and
design a customized treatment plan with
bioidentical hormones to meet your specific needs. We offer services like
hormone pellet therapy, creams, pills, and injections to restore optimal estrogen levels.