Effects of low Estrogen

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Estrogen hormone plays varying role in the body. Estrogen levels in female is higher than male, this hormone helps in growth,  development and maintain the female's sexual and reproductive  health.

Estrogen aids the functions of the breasts, ovaries, uterus, and vagina.

Reduced estrogen is common during menopause. Stress, pregnancy, disease, infections, surgical removal of the ovaries among other factors can be responsible for estrogen imbalance in the body. 

Here are effects of low estrogen;

1. Insomnia
2. Hot flashes
3. Depression
4. Fatigue
5. Frequent 
6. Vaginal dryness
7. Migraine/headaches
8. Dry skin 
9. Brittle nails
10. Flatulence
11. Decreased urge for sex and lubrication.

If you are experiencing any of these, kindly speak with your doctor.