What should a woman do if she has no estrogen?
May 10, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lv Aiming
Introduction
Women who lack estrogen should receive treatment targeting the underlying cause. For example, during menopause, they should increase intake of foods containing phytoestrogens. In cases where estrogen levels drop due to oophorectomy, it is important to maintain regular作息 (daily routines), avoid staying up late, and increase outdoor physical activity; hormone medications may also be used. For estrogen deficiency caused by radiation therapy, medications such as ethinylestradiol cyproterone tablets, estradiol dydrogesterone tablets, or Kuntai capsules may be taken as directed by a physician.
When a woman lacks estrogen, the specific underlying cause should be identified and treated accordingly, such as menopause, oophorectomy, or radiation therapy. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Menopause
If a woman has entered menopause, her ovaries gradually stop producing eggs and estrogen, leading to estrogen deficiency. It is recommended to increase intake of foods containing phytoestrogens, such as soy milk and tofu.
2. Oophorectomy
Most estrogen in women is produced by ovarian function. If an oophorectomy (ovary removal) is performed, estrogen levels will significantly decrease. It is important to maintain regular sleep patterns, avoid staying up late, and increase outdoor physical activity. When necessary, hormone medications may be used under a doctor's guidance, such as estradiol valerate tablets, conjugated estrogens tablets, or diethylstilbestrol tablets.
3. Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy targeting the ovarian area may lead to diminished or complete loss of ovarian function, resulting in estrogen deficiency. Medications prescribed by a physician can help alleviate symptoms. Commonly used drugs include ethinylestradiol/cyproterone acetate tablets, estradiol/drospirenone tablets, and Kuntai capsules.
In addition, conditions such as hyperthyroidism, systemic lupus erythematosus, and chemotherapy may also lead to estrogen deficiency in women. Patients are advised to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital to determine the exact cause.
