Estrogen

Estrogen is a medication that is reported to decrease overall mortality, cardiovascular disease, decrease osteoporosis fracture, urogenital atrophy and dementia. When timing of administration, dose of therapy and route of administration are considered, estrogen is associated with low risks.

Estrogen Deficiency Symptoms

•Missed/Irregular periods

•Insomnia

•Difficulty falling asleep

•Difficulty staying asleep

•Vaginal dryness, soreness, or irritation

•Pain/discomfort with intercourse

•Irritability and moodiness

•Tearfulness

}Palpitations

•Lethargic depression

•Apathy and malaise

•Trouble concentrating

•Memory issues

•Leaking urine especially with coughing, sneezing, laughing

•Dry skin and changes in skin texture

•Loss of sense of well being/feel unappreciated

The decision to take or to recommend low-dose estrogen therapy for either short or long term, should include an accurate risk–benefit analysis