Conventionally, people think that estrogen deficiency is the primary causative factor behind menopause. This leads them to run for estrogen supplement on the onset of symptoms. However, the truth is estrogen level doesn’t fall until the last period. It will decrease during menopause, but not significantly. Rather, many women suffer from estrogen dominance – means estrogen level is higher relative to progesterone. The symptoms of estrogen dominance can appear as early as age 35, and may last for 10 to 15 years. What are the symptoms of estrogen dominance ? Excessive estrogen can over stimulate brain and body leading to a number of symptoms, which can be further exacerbated by stress. Women in late thirties and early forties experience moderate to severe symptoms when approaching per menopause. Symptoms may include: Low libido Bloating Fibrocystic breasts Irregular menstrual cycle Premenstrual headache Swelling and tenderness in breasts Mood swings (depression) Fat gain ar