HORMONE DEFICIENCY SYMPTOMS.....

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 Estrogen Deficiency Symptoms

vasomotor symptoms

sleep disturbances

anxiety

urinary incontinence

reduced cognitive function

memory loss

heart palpitations

irregular cycles

bone loss

dry skin

vaginal dryness and atrophy

urinary tract infections

 

Estrogen Dominance Symptoms

 

fibrocystic breasts

PMS

heavy and /or irregular bleeding

fluid retention

headaches

gall bladder disease

insulin resistance

low libido

uterine fibroids

breast cancer

endometrial cancer

weight gain in the hips

nausea

endometriosis

thyroid inhibition

sugar cravings

mood swings

nervous/irritable
 

 

Testosterone Deficiency

 

loss of libido

impaired sexual function

aches/pains/arthritis

incontinence

weakening of the muscles of the pelvic floor

depression

thinning skin

thin tissue of vulva and labia

vaginal dryness

loss of muscle tone

wrinkled skin

lichen sclerosis

bone loss

lack of drive, confidence, vim & vigor

lack of motivation

 

Progesterone Deficiency Symptoms

 

fibrocystic breasts

anxiety

fluid retention

stressed easily

weight gain

irritability

break-though bleeding

PMS

low body temperature

hair loss

headaches

endometriosis

sleep disturbances

heavy periods

cramps

fibroids

hypothyroidism

feelings of confusion

mood swings

nervousness 
 

 

Functions of Progesterone

 

protects against endometrial cancer

precursor of other sex hormones - estrogen & testosterone

maintains secretory endometrium

protects against breast fibro-cysts

is a natural diuretic

helps use fat for energy

is a natural antidepressant

helps normalize blood sugar levels

restores proper cell oxygen levels

helps protect against breast cancer

stimulates osteoblast-mediated bone building

necessary for survival of embryo

and fetus throughout gestation

precursor of cortisone synthesis

by adrenal cortex

helps thyroid action

normalizes blood clotting

restores libido

normalizes zinc and copper levels 

 

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