Female hormones for men: functions in the body, causes of abnormalities, regulatory methods

The article will describe what are the benefits and harms of female hormones for men.

All hormones produced by the human body control chemical and physiological processes. They are divided into male and female. The gender of a person is determined depending on which hormones are present in his body more.

Testosterone and estrogen

The predominant hormone in the male body is testosterone, and in the female estrogen. For the normal functioning and activity of the body requires a balanced hormonal background. Its violations can occur as a result of an overabundance or deficiency of active biological substances.

Female hormones in men are always present in a certain amount, but if an imbalance occurs, the body begins to undergo various changes.

Hormone function

The main male hormone is testosterone. In a man’s body, testosterone is produced in large quantities, so that the stronger sex have a number of distinct differences from women:

1. The presence of the genital organ, the ability to lead a sexual life.
2. Coarser facial features, voice (compared with women).
3. Increased hairline on the chest, limbs.
4. Narrow hips, wide shoulders.

Female hormones in men are present in the body, but their concentration is low. Oxytocin, progesterone and prolactin are varieties of estrogen and are produced by the pituitary gland and adrenal glands. This is due to the fact that the ovaries that produce these hormones in women, men do not.

The main female hormone in the body of a man is estrogen. It is he who contributes to the formation of secondary characteristics in the fair sex, and also provides the ability to give birth to children.

The functions of estrogen in the male body

In the body of men, the female hormone estrogen is no less important, but its functions are different:

1. Increases potency, sexual desire.
2. Promotes brain activity.
3. Promotes the normal functioning of the heart.
4. He takes part in metabolic processes.

In the synthesis of oxytocin, the level of testosterone decreases, as a result of which the man’s psycho-emotional state is regulated, irritability decreases, a sense of attachment develops, and the level of blood pressure is controlled.

Progesterone in women is produced during pregnancy. In the male body, this substance plays a special role - it prevents the appearance of neoplasms in the prostate, and prevents the development of other dangerous tumors. In addition, this biosubstance controls the production of estrogen, stimulates brain activity, regulates blood sugar levels, and increases the strength of skeletal elements. For any deviations from the norm, equally dangerous consequences can occur.

Prolactin in men is responsible for the normal production of sperm. The substance is synthesized by the pituitary gland. Often, prolactin deficiency leads to infertility. Experts confirm that prolactin is a natural anesthetic. Under its influence, a person's sensitivity to pain decreases, as a result of which men become tolerant to it (if large amounts of prolactin are present in the body).

What is the danger of increased female hormone in men?

Imbalance danger

Female hormones are an integral part of a man’s body; some functions are impossible without their influence. However, the normal functioning of the male body is possible only if the amount of female hormones is at a certain level. Deficiency or overabundance of progesterone, prolactin, oxytocin, estrogen lead to the onset of destructive processes.

Estrogen imbalance

The most dangerous consequences occur with an imbalance of estrogen. The imbalance may be absolute or relative. In the first case, the adrenal glands produce an excessively large amount of estrogen, in the second case there is a deficiency of testosterone, while estrogens are at a normal level.

When female hormones are elevated in men, signs of this are hard to miss.

With such violations of the hormonal background in the male body, the following changes occur:

1. The amount of hair decreases in places characteristic of men (legs, arms, chest, groin, face).
2. Overweight accumulates in the abdomen.
3. Endurance to physical loads disappears.
4. Decreases libido.
5. There is a violation of the psychoemotional state.
6. The timbre of the voice rises.
7. Breast growth is noted.
8. The body takes on obvious female outlines.

With insufficient production of estrogen, the following changes are noted:

1. Loss of muscle mass, weight loss.
2. Violation of blood pressure.
3. Lack of sleep, impaired appetite.
4. Deteriorating ability to concentrate, memory.

Violation of progesterone and prolactin levels

Due to exceeding the permissible levels in the male body of progesterone and prolactin, no less serious complications can occur. With an excess of these substances, a man may experience a complete lack of sexual desire, which, in turn, can lead to testicular atrophy and, as a result, infertility.

Prolactin synthesis may increase in a situation where a man is very nervous, loads the body with physical work, and experiences psychological trauma. An imbalance of prolactin causes impaired estrogen synthesis, which is responsible for reproductive function.

With an imbalance of progesterone, the carbohydrate metabolism required for the normal functioning of the CVS and the brain deteriorates.

Oxytocin Imbalance

An increase in oxytocin levels leads to inhibition of testosterone, as a result of which the following consequences develop:

1. Deterioration of sperm production and, as a consequence, the development of infertility.
2. Development of pathologies of the genitourinary system.
3. Drowsiness, lethargy.
4. Erectile disfunction.
5. Decreased physical stamina.

With a decrease in the level of oxytocin is observed:

1. Violation of the heart, increased blood pressure.
2. Aggression, irritation, outbursts of rage.
3. Decrease in brain activity (mental activity, attention, memory).
4. Increased potency, causing discomfort.

If a man has increased female hormones or is reduced, he should consult a doctor.

Reasons for deviations from the norm

Hormonal disruptions do not depend on age. But there are times when men can have hormonal imbalances. The most calm period is considered to be the age of 19–29 years. Most often, hormonal disruptions are observed during the development of a man.

Hormones in the synthesis of hormones during puberty are due to the early onset of puberty, late development, false signs indicating premature maturation. The latter situation is usually associated with congenital dysfunctions of the adrenal glands, the use of a large number of meat products, the cultivation of which used steroids.

It is possible to assume the development of this pathology in the case when a boy at the age of 14 has the following symptoms:

1. The predominance of the female body type.
2. Breast augmentation.
3. Undescended scrotum.
4. Lack of hair in characteristic places.
5. The length of the penis is not more than 6 cm.

In old age

In old age, hormonal imbalance can be triggered by the following reasons:

1. Obesity, lack of mobility.
2. Heredity, relapse of hormonal pathologies.
3. Depression, depression, decreased self-esteem, lack of interest in life.
4. Mood swings.

Often, hormonal failure occurs due to liver dysfunction, as a result of which biological substances are retained in the body. In addition, a malfunction can occur due to the development of cancer in the organs that produce hormones.

The development of hormonal disruption is also facilitated by the improper use of medicines, bad habits, and genetic pathologies.

The effects of female hormones in tablets on men

In order to prevent hormonal failure, doctors can recommend the use of synthetic female hormones in tablet form. In this case, the independent selection of drugs is strictly prohibited, as this is fraught with even greater violations in the hormonal background.

To determine substances in short supply or in excess, you need to contact an endocrinologist or andrologist. The specialist will conduct a series of studies and select the most appropriate therapy. Taking one hormonal pill, of course, will not entail any consequences, except for the probable upset stomach. To get a tangible effect, hormonal pills should be drunk in courses up to 90 days.

Thus, the administration of female hormones to a man is indicated in two cases:

1. If he wants to change the gender. However, before taking, you need to consult a specialist.
2. If the research results indicate a natural hormonal imbalance that triggered a health disorder.

It is important for men drinking female hormones to fully comply with the recommendations of the endocrinologist.