The impact of estrogen levels falling as women enter the menopausal transition is well known. At the International Menopause Society Meeting, the full extent of the impact on the body was discussed. Here are some of the changes that occur throughout the body when estrogen falls:
It is because of these health risks that estrogen supplementation is recommended for many women. Of particular interest is our many patients who suffer from autoimmune diseases where their inflammation is already high, leading to greater cardiovascular risk. Transitioning into menopause can be very difficult as inflammation can be further increased, leading to greater pain and stiffness. The concern many women have is regarding estrogen stimulating breast tissue and when the appropriate time is to start treatment. Our next blog will look at estrogen’s impact on the breast.
Carolyn Whiskin is the Pharmacy Manager for Charlton Health. Carolyn specializes in the treatment of autoimmune diseases, pharmaceutical compounding, women’s health, pain and smoking cessation. Carolyn has won provincial and national awards for her commitment to patient care and public service.
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