Benefits of Oestrogen
Oestrogen hormone plays a vital role in healthy growth of the fetus during pregnancy. Without oestrogen, the liver, adrenal glands, kidneys and lungs would never function well. Lower levels of oestrogen in the body put women at great chances of certain disease like osteoporosis, which may cause fractures.
1. Prevents the risk of heart complications
Before menopause, women have lower chances of developing heart disease compared to men. However, women are at a greater risk of heart complications when they reach menopause as compared to men. Lower oestrogen levels is associated with accumulation of ‘’bad” cholesterol, which cause plaque of the arteries and increased risk of arteriosclerosis and heart attack.
2. Eliminates hot flashes
Oestrogen also help to treat hot flashes, osteoporosis and vagina dryness. Hot flashes refer to sudden heat wave in your chest spreading to your face and neck. They are always reduced by oestrogen hormonal replacement.
3. Reduces the risk of osteoporosis
Oestrogen replacement therapy also prevents the chances of developing osteoporosis in women. According to recent studies, women who undergo oestrogen replacement therapy after menopause have fewer bone fissures.
4. Reverse urinary tract complications
Urinary tract infection can cause itching, burning, frequent urinary and bladder infections. Both the bladder and the vagina are delicate to oestogen replacement therapy, and some of these signs are inevitable. However, you can opt to take oestrogen orally by use of oestrogen creams or by mouth. Oestrogen hormone replacement stimulates the production of natural lubricants in the vagina, which makes intercourse more enjoyable.
5. Eliminates moods swings
According to recent studies, oestrogen help to enhance common mood complaints like crying spells, irritability, and sadness that often appear during menopause. Also, oestrogen boosts the efficiency of antidepressant medications.
Possible side effects of oestrogen therapy may include chronic headaches, bloating, breast tenderness, drowsiness, and nausea.
