Perimenopause; Postmenopause
Menopause is a natural and expected part of a woman's development and does not need to be prevented. However, there are ways to reduce or eliminate some of the symptoms of menopause.
You can reduce your risk of long-term problems such as osteoporosis and heart disease by taking the following steps:
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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