What are the symptoms when the level of estrogen in the body is high?
When the balance of hormones is maintained, various organs and systems, i.e. the whole body, function properly, and when the imbalance occurs, symptoms appear.
Estrogen is a female hormone. It regulates menstruation, the formation of secondary sexual characteristics, and the reproductive system.
The following symptoms appear:
- Bloating;
- Breast swelling or increased sensitivity;
- Fibrous-cystic formations;
- Irregular menstruation;
- Increased symptoms of premenstrual syndrome;
- Change in mood;
- Headache;
- Anxiety and panic attack;
- Weight gain;
- Hair loss;
- A number of problems related to intimate relationships;
- Cold hands or feet;
- Insomnia or other sleep problems;
- Drowsiness during the day;
- Fatigue;
- Problems with memory.
Yes, estrogen is a female hormone, although the male body also produces it. A healthy balance between estrogen and testosterone is essential for the male body. During the imbalance of these hormones, sexual development and function are significantly reduced.
These symptoms appear when there is a high level of estrogen in the male body:
- Infertility;
- Erectile dysfunction;
- Breast growth (gynecomastia in medical language).
Source:
https://www.healthline.com/health/high-estrogen#What-is-estrogen?
