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I took some phytoestrogen herbal pills a while ago and since then i felt lethargic and sleepy all the time espeically as i approach my ovulation. why?

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Dr. Brian Nguyen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Unlikely: even if you were on regular estrogens, I would not expect for these hormones to affect you in this way. You may want to see a general doctor to see if there isn't something wrong with your thyroid or your current regimen of diet and exercise. I highly doubt it is the estrogen.

Dr Yauch agreed

Answered 3/20/2015

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