Estradiol is the most potent and predominant form of estrogen in the human body. It is a steroid hormone that is essential for sexual and reproductive development in women.
Some key points about estradiol:
- Produced mainly by the ovaries, estradiol plays a vital role in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and fertility in women.
- It acts on tissues like the uterus, breasts, vagina, bones, liver, and heart. Estrogen receptors on these cells bind to estradiol and activate gene expression.
- Estradiol levels fluctuate during the menstrual cycle, peaking just before ovulation. This triggers release of an egg from the ovaries.
- In puberty, estradiol drives development of female secondary sex characteristics like breasts, wide hips and a mature reproductive system.
- Estradiol works together with other hormones like progesterone to regulate the menstrual cycle each month. Irregular estradiol can lead to problems like PMS, fatigue, acne, and mood swings in some women.
- After menopause, ovarian estradiol production drops permanently. This can cause hot flashes, vaginal dryness, osteoporosis and heart disease if not managed properly.
Hormone replacement therapy with estradiol and progesterone supplements can help relieve
menopausal symptoms and reduce long-term health risks for some women. Work with your doctor to see if it's right for you.
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