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The Surprising Link Between Estrogen and Depressive Symptoms, Explained by Science

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of estrogen and its impact on neurotransmitters, including its role in regulating ...

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Name: Rena Malik

Specialization: Urology

City: Irvine

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Dr. Rena Malik is a board-certified urologist with a talent for dispelling medical misinformation, discussing intimate topics, and educating the general public. With over 300 million views and 2 million subscribers, her YouTube channel Rena Malik, M.D. has become a go-to destination for frank, evidence-based discussions of taboo topics. Men’s Health Magazine named her as one of the top 10 health influencers in 2023. Dr. Malik is regularly featured by media outlets, including Insider, Men’s Health, Self, Scientific American, Bustle, and US News & World Report and has been a guest on multiple podcasts, including the popular Diary of a CEO, Huberman Lab, and Mel Robbins Podcasts.


Dr. Rena Malik specializes in sexual medicine and Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (Urogynecology) and is a Menopause Certified Menopause Practitioner. Her practice, Rena Malik, MD offers patient-focused, individualized care in bladder health, sexual dysfunction, hormone management, and the compassionate management of non-narcotic pelvic pain. She is located in Beverly Hills and Irvine, CA and sees patients virtually from the states of CA, FL, IL, MD, NY, NJ, TX and VA.


Dr. Rena Malik’s extraordinary contributions to the realm of urology have earned her the distinguished title of the 2023 American Urological Association Young Urologist of the Year. With a prolific portfolio boasting over 80 peer-reviewed publications, she continues to contribute to the advancement of innovation in the field of urology. She is an online content editor for the Journal of Urology and Urology Practice journals.


FAQ Highlights

Q: What role does estrogen play in regulating neurotransmitter pathways?

A: Estrogen plays a role in regulating neurotransmitter pathways and neural receptors, which are involved in signaling pathways that modulate certain neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and noradrenaline.

Q: How does estrogen impact serotonin and noradrenaline?

A: Estrogen has a positive impact on serotonin and noradrenaline, boosting mood and limiting the activity of enzymes that break down serotonin, while also boosting the synthesis of tryptophan hydroxylase, an important enzyme in serotonin production.

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