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Side Effects of Progesterone Creams

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Rica Lewis

Progesterone is a steroid hormone manufactured in the body. It is important to a woman's body and beneficial for balancing the effects of estrogen, according to John R. Lee, MD. In menopause, estrogen levels decline by 40 to 60 percent, eliminating the menstrual cycle.

A health-care professional for more than 10 years, Rica Lewis has obtained numerous certifications in the industry. In 2006 she began channeling her knowledge into health-related articles for print and online publications. Her work has appeared in "Metroparent Magazine," "Anew Heart Healthcare Magazine" and community newspapers. Lewis earned a diploma from LongRidge Writers Institute.