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What Causes Low Estrogen Levels In A 21 Year Old Unmatured Woman?

Hello I m a 21 year old girl and have been diagnosed with very low estrogen.This has led to severe delayed puberty as l have not yet menstruated yet.l was wondering if hormone replacement treatment will assist because as for the genes ,they are feminine. Thank you
Mon, 13 May 2019
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Hi,

Women of all ages can experience low estrogen. Girls who haven't reached puberty and women in peri menopause or menopause are most likely to feel the effects of low estrogen.

Hot flashes and night sweats, Delayed puberty and menarche are most common symptoms: Low estrogen affects the hypothalamus, the part of the brain that controls body temperature.

There does not appear to be many scientifically proven full proof methods for increasing estrogen levels using natural remedies. However, a few lifestyles and diet changes may help.

Maintaining a healthy weight. Because being extremely underweight can cause reduced estrogen levels, maintaining a healthy weight may help.

Exercise reduction: Extreme amounts of exercise can also cause a decline in estrogen production; so cutting back on exercise may help increase estrogen level.

There are some natural sources of it. The most widely cited natural remedy is soy, which is very high in phytoestrogens or plant estrogens.

Other sources are red clover and flaxseed, both of which are available as supplements too.

Typically, doctors prescribe hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for low estrogen levels. Different types of HRT are available.

Sometimes, doctors suggest a combination hormone therapy that contains estrogen and progesterone.

The combination of hormones may be effective in balancing estrogen levels in some women experiencing symptoms.

Females can take HRT orally, topically, vaginally, or have pellets inserted under the skin. In some instances, women may have an injection.

The dose given varies according to the indiividual. Usually, doctors prescribe the lowest dose to start with.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Low Estrogen Levels In A 21 Year Old Unmatured Woman?

Hi, Women of all ages can experience low estrogen. Girls who haven t reached puberty and women in peri menopause or menopause are most likely to feel the effects of low estrogen. Hot flashes and night sweats, Delayed puberty and menarche are most common symptoms: Low estrogen affects the hypothalamus, the part of the brain that controls body temperature. There does not appear to be many scientifically proven full proof methods for increasing estrogen levels using natural remedies. However, a few lifestyles and diet changes may help. Maintaining a healthy weight. Because being extremely underweight can cause reduced estrogen levels, maintaining a healthy weight may help. Exercise reduction: Extreme amounts of exercise can also cause a decline in estrogen production; so cutting back on exercise may help increase estrogen level. There are some natural sources of it. The most widely cited natural remedy is soy, which is very high in phytoestrogens or plant estrogens. Other sources are red clover and flaxseed, both of which are available as supplements too. Typically, doctors prescribe hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for low estrogen levels. Different types of HRT are available. Sometimes, doctors suggest a combination hormone therapy that contains estrogen and progesterone. The combination of hormones may be effective in balancing estrogen levels in some women experiencing symptoms. Females can take HRT orally, topically, vaginally, or have pellets inserted under the skin. In some instances, women may have an injection. The dose given varies according to the indiividual. Usually, doctors prescribe the lowest dose to start with. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr AJEET SINGH, General & Family Physician