Menopause is called “premature” if it happens at or before the age of 40. For some women, it happens naturally. This could be due to family history of premature menopause. For other women, it is brought on by medical means, such as: Medical treatments, such as surgery to remove the ovaries Cancer treatments, such as [...]
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How to Find Out if You Have Premature Menopause
Your doctor will ask you if you’ve had changes typical of menopause, like hot flashes, irregular periods, sleep problems, and vaginal dryness. Normally, menopause is confirmed when a woman hasn’t had her period for 12 months in a row. However, with certain types of premature menopause, these signs may not be enough for a diagnosis. [...]
What is Premature Menopause?
Premature menopause is menopause that happens before the age of 40 — whether it is natural or induced. Women who enter menopause early get symptoms similar to those of natural menopause, like hot flashes, emotional problems, vaginal dryness, and decreased sex drive. For some women with early menopause, these symptoms are severe. Also, women who [...]