Cancer Prevention - Women's Health

Tests for:

hormone levels, including estradiol and FSH

Impact:

hormonal balance is key to women’s health…imbalances can increase risk for cancer

Example:

hormone levels, including estradiol and FSH, are monitored to assess the risk of hormone-related cancers, such as breast and ovarian cancers, and to guide hormone replacement therapy decisions

Holistic Approach:

lifestyle changes such as diet, physical activity, and stress reduction can help maintain hormonal balance and reduce risk for cancer

Correlations:

Cardiovascular: hormonal imbalances, particularly during and after menopause, can affect CV health by influencing blood vessel function and cholesterol levels

Metabolic: hormones like estrogen play a role in metabolic processes, and imbalances can contribute to conditions such as metabolic syndrome and insulin resistance

Neurological: hormonal fluctuations can affect the brain and influence mood, cognition, and the risk for neurodegenerative diseases

Cancer: hormone imbalances can significantly increase cancer risk