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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Hypoestrogenism | |||
| synonyms = Estrogen deficiency | |||
| field = [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Hot flashes]], [[night sweats]], [[vaginal dryness]], [[irregular menstruation]], [[mood swings]], [[osteoporosis]] | |||
| complications = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[osteoporosis]], [[infertility]] | |||
| onset = [[Menopause]], [[surgical removal of ovaries]], [[premature ovarian failure]] | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = [[Menopause]], [[oophorectomy]], [[hypothalamic amenorrhea]], [[Turner syndrome]], [[Kallmann syndrome]] | |||
| risks = [[Age]], [[genetic factors]], [[autoimmune disorders]], [[chemotherapy]], [[radiation therapy]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood test]] for [[estradiol]] levels, [[FSH]] levels | |||
| differential = [[Hyperprolactinemia]], [[thyroid disorders]], [[polycystic ovary syndrome]] | |||
| treatment = [[Hormone replacement therapy]], [[lifestyle changes]], [[calcium]] and [[vitamin D]] supplementation | |||
| frequency = Common in postmenopausal women | |||
}} | |||
'''Hypoestrogenism''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally low level of [[estrogen]], the primary sex hormone in women. It can occur in individuals of all ages, including prepubescent girls, women of reproductive age, and postmenopausal women. | '''Hypoestrogenism''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally low level of [[estrogen]], the primary sex hormone in women. It can occur in individuals of all ages, including prepubescent girls, women of reproductive age, and postmenopausal women. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Hypoestrogenism can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Hypoestrogenism can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Menopause]]: This is the most common cause of hypoestrogenism in older women. As the ovaries stop producing eggs, they also stop producing estrogen. | * [[Menopause]]: This is the most common cause of hypoestrogenism in older women. As the ovaries stop producing eggs, they also stop producing estrogen. | ||
* [[Hypogonadism]]: This condition involves the underproduction of hormones by the sex glands, which can lead to hypoestrogenism. | * [[Hypogonadism]]: This condition involves the underproduction of hormones by the sex glands, which can lead to hypoestrogenism. | ||
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* [[Excessive exercise]]: Women who exercise excessively may experience a decrease in estrogen levels. | * [[Excessive exercise]]: Women who exercise excessively may experience a decrease in estrogen levels. | ||
* [[Chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]]: These treatments can damage the ovaries, leading to hypoestrogenism. | * [[Chemotherapy]] or [[radiation therapy]]: These treatments can damage the ovaries, leading to hypoestrogenism. | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of hypoestrogenism can vary depending on the individual's age and the underlying cause of the condition. They may include: | The symptoms of hypoestrogenism can vary depending on the individual's age and the underlying cause of the condition. They may include: | ||
* [[Hot flashes]] | * [[Hot flashes]] | ||
* [[Night sweats]] | * [[Night sweats]] | ||
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* [[Depression]] | * [[Depression]] | ||
* [[Bone loss]] or [[osteoporosis]] | * [[Bone loss]] or [[osteoporosis]] | ||
==Diagnosis== | ==Diagnosis== | ||
Hypoestrogenism is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, patient history, and blood tests to measure hormone levels. | Hypoestrogenism is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, patient history, and blood tests to measure hormone levels. | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for hypoestrogenism typically involves hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which can help to restore normal hormone levels and alleviate symptoms. However, HRT is not suitable for everyone and can have side effects, so it's important to discuss the risks and benefits with a healthcare provider. | Treatment for hypoestrogenism typically involves hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which can help to restore normal hormone levels and alleviate symptoms. However, HRT is not suitable for everyone and can have side effects, so it's important to discuss the risks and benefits with a healthcare provider. | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Estrogen]] | * [[Estrogen]] | ||
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* [[Menopause]] | * [[Menopause]] | ||
* [[Osteoporosis]] | * [[Osteoporosis]] | ||
[[Category:Endocrine disorders]] | [[Category:Endocrine disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Women's health]] | [[Category:Women's health]] | ||
[[Category:Hormonal disorders]] | [[Category:Hormonal disorders]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:53, 3 April 2025
| Hypoestrogenism | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Estrogen deficiency |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, irregular menstruation, mood swings, osteoporosis |
| Complications | Cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, infertility |
| Onset | Menopause, surgical removal of ovaries, premature ovarian failure |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Menopause, oophorectomy, hypothalamic amenorrhea, Turner syndrome, Kallmann syndrome |
| Risks | Age, genetic factors, autoimmune disorders, chemotherapy, radiation therapy |
| Diagnosis | Blood test for estradiol levels, FSH levels |
| Differential diagnosis | Hyperprolactinemia, thyroid disorders, polycystic ovary syndrome |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Hormone replacement therapy, lifestyle changes, calcium and vitamin D supplementation |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common in postmenopausal women |
| Deaths | N/A |
Hypoestrogenism is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally low level of estrogen, the primary sex hormone in women. It can occur in individuals of all ages, including prepubescent girls, women of reproductive age, and postmenopausal women.
Causes[edit]
Hypoestrogenism can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Menopause: This is the most common cause of hypoestrogenism in older women. As the ovaries stop producing eggs, they also stop producing estrogen.
- Hypogonadism: This condition involves the underproduction of hormones by the sex glands, which can lead to hypoestrogenism.
- Eating disorders: Conditions like anorexia nervosa can disrupt hormone production, leading to hypoestrogenism.
- Excessive exercise: Women who exercise excessively may experience a decrease in estrogen levels.
- Chemotherapy or radiation therapy: These treatments can damage the ovaries, leading to hypoestrogenism.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of hypoestrogenism can vary depending on the individual's age and the underlying cause of the condition. They may include:
- Hot flashes
- Night sweats
- Vaginal dryness
- Pain during sex
- Mood swings
- Depression
- Bone loss or osteoporosis
Diagnosis[edit]
Hypoestrogenism is typically diagnosed through a combination of physical examination, patient history, and blood tests to measure hormone levels.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for hypoestrogenism typically involves hormone replacement therapy (HRT), which can help to restore normal hormone levels and alleviate symptoms. However, HRT is not suitable for everyone and can have side effects, so it's important to discuss the risks and benefits with a healthcare provider.
