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"Estrogen dominance", a phrase coined by Dr. John R. Lee, is on the rise. Dominance results when the delicate balance between progesterone and estrogen, two important hormones that play a vital role in regulating a variety of human functions and systems, is destroyed. The Following are symptoms of estrogen dominance:
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Allergy symptoms, including asthma, hives, rashes, Sinus issues
Inability to lose weight, Water retention
Fat gain, especially around the abdomen, hips, and thighs
Carbohydrate cravings, Certain types of acne
congestion
Breast enlargement, Breast tenderness, Breast cancer
Cold hands and feet
Decreased sex drive
Acceleration of the aging process
Depression with or without anxiety or agitation
Early onset of menstruation
Fatigue, Foggy thinking
Gallbladder disease
Hair loss
Headaches, Hypoglycemia
Heavy menstrual flow (must rule out ovarian cysts or fibroids)
Mood swings, Loss of libido (no sex drive)
Irregular periods, Bloating, Cramps
Uterine fibroids
Endometriosis, Fibrocystic breasts
Infertility, Early miscarriage
Cervical dysphasia, Dry skin and eyes
Premenopause Symptoms
Taken from Dr. John Lee's books
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Note: Although you can test your blood or saliva for estrogen dominance, it is relatively easy to tell whether you may be suffering from an imbalance by looking at the symptoms listed above.
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