Female Hormones

Introduction The luteal phase is the second half of the menstrual cycle, following ovulation. It lasts from the day after ovulation until your next period. The length of this phase can vary from woman to woman and month to month, but it usually lasts about 14 days. During this time, your body has several changes...

The menstrual cycle is something that all women have in common. The norm is for period cycles to change as women age, in a process called menopause (which usually happens between ages 45 and 55). There are also many other reasons why your menstrual periods may be irregular. Short periods of stress, traveling, weight changes,...

Introduction Spironolactone, a diuretic (type of medication), can be used to lower testosterone in women. Spironolactone has been originally prescribed for patients with high blood pressure, but it has been found to have good efficacy in treating hirsutism and acne, two conditions that may result from high testosterone levels, due to its anti-androgen effect. Side...

Menopause is a normal process of aging in women. As women age, their hormone levels start declining, which leads to periods stopping. Usually, this process starts at age 45 to 55 for most women. The lower levels of hormones that lead to menopause also result in uncomfortable symptoms such as: Many women that are experiencing...

Introduction Have you noticed that your periods have become irregular? Do you always feel hot, especially in the middle of the night? If so, it could be a sign of menopause. Menopause happens after age 40 or 50, when the ovaries stop releasing eggs, making women infertile naturally. This can affect every part of your...

The luteinizing hormone (LH) is an essential hormone for women. However, men also produce this hormone. LH is part of the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonad axis in the body. It is produced in the brain and then released by the pituitary gland which stimulates ovulation and helps with sexual development during puberty. It also plays an important role...

Introduction Testosterone is the androgen hormone responsible for male characteristics; nevertheless, both men and women produce most of it in the testes and ovaries, respectively. Other endocrine glands also contribute to this hormone level in smaller percentages. Testosterone Production The majority of testosterone is produced in the testes: the male reproductive organs sitting inside the...