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Contents
  • Defining Early Menopause
  • Health Risks Associated with Early Menopause
  • Identifying Your Risk Factors

Early Menopause: Are You at Risk?

Early Menopause: Are You at Risk?

What You Should Know

Early menopause can pose additional health risks, but knowing the risk factors can help you prepare. Let's take a closer look.
Contents
  • Defining Early Menopause
  • Health Risks Associated with Early Menopause
  • Identifying Your Risk Factors

Defining Early Menopause

Early menopause occurs when menopause happens between the ages of 40 and 45. It shares similar symptoms with typical menopause, such as hot flashes and mood changes, but happens earlier than expected. Factors like genetics, smoking, and certain medical conditions can increase the risk of early menopause.

Health Risks Associated with Early Menopause

Early menopause can lead to increased risks of cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis, and cognitive decline. The earlier onset of estrogen deficiency impacts heart and bone health more significantly than typical menopause. Addressing these risks early can lead to better health outcomes.
Early menopause occurs when menopause happens between the ages of 40 and 45, leading to symptoms similar to typical menopause but with increased risks of cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis, and cognitive decline.

Identifying Your Risk Factors

Several factors can contribute to early menopause, including family history, lifestyle choices like smoking, and medical treatments such as chemotherapy. Identifying these risk factors can help in taking preventive measures. Regular medical check-ups and a healthy lifestyle can mitigate some of these risks.

FAQs

What is early menopause?

Early menopause occurs when menstruation stops between ages 40 and 45.

What are the health risks?

Health risks include cardiovascular issues, osteoporosis, and cognitive decline.

How can risks be reduced?

Risks can be reduced with lifestyle changes and regular health check-ups.

Can family history affect menopause timing?

Yes, genetics can influence the age of menopause onset.

The Bottom Line

Understanding the risks of early menopause can help in taking proactive health measures.
Get started by discussing your risk factors for early menopause with Doctronic.
Additional References
  1. Freeman EW, Sammel MD, Gracia CR, et al. Follicular phase hormone levels and menstrual bleeding status in the approach to menopause. Fertil Steril 2005; 83:383.
  2. Santoro N, Brockwell S, Johnston J, et al. Helping midlife women predict the onset of the final menses: SWAN, the Study of Women's Health Across the Nation. Menopause 2007; 14:415.
This article has been reviewed for accuracy by one of the licensed medical doctors working for Doctronic.