Hormonal (im)balance

Estrogen and progesterone are generally considered the main female sex hormones, although women also have testosterone, but in lower amounts than men (with the exception of PCOS). When these sex hormones are out of balance, they are rarely the only ones. In fact, your hormone imbalance symptoms can stem from problems with your adrenal glands, thyroid, gut, liver, diet, or lifestyle. For this reason, we rarely, if ever, focus solely on female sex hormones when trying to restore balance in the female body. Symptoms of sex hormone imbalance include: High estrogen: Fibrocystic breasts Weight gain Heavy or irregular menstruation Headache Mood swings Breast tenderness Irritability Low estrogen: Night sweats Depression Vaginal dryness Insomnia Incontinence Hair loss High progesterone: You cry...

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Menstruation and premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

PMS is a set of physical and psychological, mostly unpleasant symptoms that appear 1 to 2 weeks before the start of menstruation. PMS affects 80% of menstruating women , but each woman experiences different symptoms at different levels of intensity. PMS care can be found here . What are the symptoms of PMS? sudden mood swings, anxiety, crying, self-pity acne and skin problems back, head and lower abdominal pain constipation, diarrhea, bloating, digestive problems inattention, confusion, disorientation and concentration disorders fatigue and exhaustion reduced libido and lack of interest in sex, or conversely, strong lust However, these symptoms do not necessarily mean that you have PMS. Symptoms can be similar to other conditions and can also overlap. The cause of...

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Fertility

Nowadays, approximately one in four couples has fertility problems. Many factors can cause this, including an unhealthy lifestyle and stressful circumstances. Fertility often focuses on the health of the woman. However, the facts show that sperm health is just as important as the health of the egg and uterus. For this reason, it is important to focus on both partners in a couple to increase fertility and minimize unnecessary exposure to toxins. To give both the egg and sperm time to mature in an optimal environment, it is recommended to start preconception care at least 4-6 months before you start trying for a baby. Find fertility care for men and women here . Four basic steps you can take for...

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Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a chronic gynecological disease that most often affects women of reproductive age. In women with endometriosis, endometrial cells (the lining of the uterus) are also found outside the uterine cavity, such as in the fallopian tubes, on the ovaries, or elsewhere in the abdominal cavity. The endometrium, located anywhere in the human body, responds to levels of sex hormones. You can find endometriosis care here . What are the symptoms of endometriosis? very painful menstruation sharp pain in the lower abdomen even outside of menstruation major mood swings that are difficult to control intense and long-lasting fatigue Digestive problems (often painful bowel movements) pain during or after intercourse Try individual online consultations with women's health experts An individual...

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Perimenopause and menopause

Menopause usually occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55 and is the last menstrual period in a woman's life. It is the stage where menstruation does not occur for 12 months. During menopause, a woman's ovaries gradually stop producing female hormones. She stops being fertile and enters a period where she can no longer get pregnant. First, there are changes in the menstrual cycle, which becomes irregular and eventually stops altogether. Before full menopause, there is a phase known as perimenopause . Women who are going through perimenopause may experience symptoms similar to PMS rather than the classic symptoms of menopause – they are not to be confused. Perimenopause symptoms can persist for many years before full...

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PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome)

Polycystic ovary syndrome, also known as PCOS, is a metabolic and hormonal condition in which a woman's body produces excess androgens, male hormones. It is one of the most common endocrine disorders in women of reproductive age, affecting 6-12% of women worldwide.( 1 ) What are the symptoms of PCOS? Symptoms vary widely; not every woman necessarily experiences every one of them, and some symptoms may indicate a problem other than PCOS. The most common manifestations include: Irregular cycle, missed period, or very light bleeding Hair growth on the face, chest, arms or abdomen – in places where we know it mainly in men Acne or oily skin Infertility or difficulty conceiving due to irregular cycles and anovulation Polycystic ovaries...

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