Links to the headlines. Baby brain doesn't exist and the condition is all in mum's mind, say scientists. Daily Mirror, April 7 2015. 'Baby brain' DOESN'T exist: Tests reveal pregnant women and new mothers suffer no decline - leading scientists to declare the condition is 'all in the mind'.
Low Estrogen Premenstrual Symptoms. Low Estrogen Premenstrual Symptoms. While low progesterone is the most common hormone imbalance responsible for PMS and PMDD, and testosterone excess or deficiency may be involved in many cases, low estrogen function may also be contributory to premenstrual symptoms.
The exact cause of PMS is not clear, but we do know that levels of estrogen and progesterone drop during the week before your period. Many doctors believe this decline in hormone levels triggers the symptoms of PMS. Changes in brain chemicals or deficiencies in certain vitamins and minerals may also play a role.