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Is it hormonal imbalance from estrogen withdrawal that makes me moody and crave chocolate?

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No: It is not an imbalance. There is a normal change in levels of estrogen during the menstrual cycle.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/3/2016

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I need a straight answer. What is estrogen withdrawal?

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Some women take BCP continuously to avoid a withdrawal bleed. There is more information on how with monophasic than triphasic pills. I dont want to switch my pill. How do you skip bleeds for a few months with triphasic (static estrogen dose)?

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On Lo Loestrin Fe, should withdrawal bleeding start during the estrogen-only pills or during the placebos?

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I have anxiety and insomnia from very high estrogen level from HRT. Dr. prescribed Mirtazapine for anxiety and sleep. I've used Zzquil for several yrs at a standard dose. Can I stop the zzquil w/o withdrawal if Mirtazapine helps with my insomnia?

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