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Review, 2025

How do hormone changes during the menstrual cycle affect women's health?

Hormone fluctuations can cause irregular periods, mood swings, acne, fatigue, and conditions like PMS and PCOS, made worse by stress and poor lifestyle habits. This is a general review without specific research findings or proven treatments.

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What they did

Reviewed research on how estrogen and progesterone changes during the menstrual cycle affect women's physical and emotional health.

What they found

Fluctuations in hormones like estrogen and progesterone throughout the menstrual cycle can lead to irregular periods, mood swings, acne, fatigue, and conditions like PCOS and PMS. These hormonal imbalances can be triggered by stress, poor lifestyle habits, or underlying health conditions.

What it means for you

Understanding hormonal changes during the menstrual cycle may help women manage their health through awareness, early detection, and lifestyle adjustments. The main limitation is this is a general review emphasizing awareness rather than specific evidence-based treatments or solutions.

About the study

Original title
Impact of Hormonal Imbalance during Menstrual Cycle: A Review
Authors
Beena Darjee, Srijana Sharma, Sarita Rai et al.
Journal
Clinical Research and Studies
Year
2025
Study design
Review
Open access
Yes
Original abstract

Hormonal imbalance during the menstrual cycle is a common yet often overlooked issue that affects the physical and emotional well-being of many women. This review explores how fluctuations in hormones like estrogen and progesterone throughout the menstrual phases can lead to symptoms such as irregular periods, mood swings, acne, fatigue, and more serious conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) and (Premenstrual syndrome) PMS. These imbalances can be triggered by stress, poor lifestyle habits, or underlying health conditions. By understanding how these hormonal changes work and impact the body, women can take better control of their health. The review also emphasizes the importance of awareness, early detection, and lifestyle adjustments to help manage and reduce the negative effects of hormonal imbalance during the menstrual cycle.

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