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Estrogen Dominance

Meaning

Estrogen dominance is a common clinical syndrome where the body exhibits symptoms of excessive estrogenic stimulation, either due to an absolute elevation of estrogen or, more frequently, a relative deficiency of progesterone to counteract estrogen’s effects. This imbalance is not a formal medical diagnosis but a descriptive term used to characterize a hormonal milieu associated with various symptoms, including mood swings, heavy menstrual bleeding, and breast tenderness. Addressing estrogen dominance often involves strategies to enhance estrogen detoxification, modulate aromatase activity, and judiciously supplement with progesterone to restore a physiological balance.