Re: Low Estrogen level-Possible early menopause at 28?
From: jwang, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 19 Feb 2001 09:48:41 -0600 (CST)
It could be that your blood test was just taken at a time when the
estrogen levels are normally low. It is unlikely to have premature
menopause, but it can happen. Floow up with your doc.
At Mon, 19 Feb 2001, Katie wrote:
>
>I recently saw my gyn because I hadn't had a period in 4 months, despite
>being on a 10-day a month cycle of Provera (prescribed 6 months ago for
>irregular and heavy bleeding).
>My gyn did an ultrasound (results were normal) and a hormone blood test.
>The results showed my estrogen level was a little low (he didn't give me
>the exact numbers) but that the rest of the levels were normal. He said
>he couldn't explain why my estrogen level was a little low and
>prescribed Mircette to induce a period.
>It never occurred to me to mention to him but I have also
>been having night sweats off and on for the last 2 months (and one hot
>flash 3 weeks ago)!
>Now I'm wondering if the night sweats and low estrogen level could be
>related and mean early menopause, though I'm only 28!
>Is it possible for a 28 yr old to be going through early menopause? If
>so, could being overweight cause it?
>And, what could cause my estrogen level to be a little low?
>Any insight is appreciated!
--
J Wang, M.D
Assitant Clinical Prof.
Tufts University School of Medicine
statements are informational only and should not constitute a medical plan or treatment recommendation.
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