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11 signs of high estrogen every woman should know about

Find out whether your body has been producing too much estrogen with the help of these signs and symptoms.

Written by Anuradha Varanasi | Updated : November 2, 2016 11:28 AM IST

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11 Signs Of High Estrogen Every Woman Should Know Of

Estrogen is the main female sex hormone that is responsible for driving your monthly menstrual cycle and it is also vital for a woman's sexual development. Estrogen is mainly produced in the ovaries, other than the adrenal gland and even fat cells. While estrogen levels vary in different people, your body could end up producing too much estrogen. Padmashri awardee Dr Rustom Phiroze Soonawala, a renowned gynaecologist, says that excessive estrogen is one of the causes of breast and uterus cancer. However, the good news is that high estrogen levels can be treated with hormonal replacement therapy. These are the 11 signs of high estrogen you should be aware of.

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Increased Blood Pressure

Increase in blood pressure: High estrogen levels have been associated with increase in blood pressure among women. This is because high levels of estrogen generates excessive amounts of a compound known as superoxide. A build-up of this compound has been found to increase blood pressure.  Also Read - Do You Also Have Habit Of Biting Nails? Check List Of Diseases It Can Cause

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Mood Swings

Mood swings: Estrogen not only regulates and impacts your periods but it can also affect your emotions. Women with high levels of estrogen are known to feel more agitated and also anxious and depressed.

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Swollen Or Tender Breasts

Swollen or tender breasts: Your breasts are very sensitive to any hormonal changes, so look out for signs like tender and swollen breasts especially around your nipples. Other than this, your breasts will also feel more lumpy.

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Irregular And Heavy Periods

Irregular and heavy periods: If you notice your periods are heavier than usual and have also become irregular or erratic, it is a sign of high estrogen levels. This is mainly because estrogen is also responsible for thickening the lining of the uterus. So if your body is producing excessive amounts of estrogen, your periods will become heavier.

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Bloating Hindi

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Cold Hands Or Feet

Cold hands or feet: Women with high estrogen are known to have poor blood circulation due to which their hands and feet feel cold.

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Weight-gain

Weight gain: You might also end up putting on weight and have difficulty in losing all that extra weight.