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First Symptoms Of Menopause
Menopause is the transition period in a woman's life when her ovaries stop producing eggs, her body produces less estrogen and progesterone, and menstruation becomes less frequent, eventually stopping altogether.
Alternative Names
Perimenopause; Postmenopause
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Menopause is a natural event that normally occurs between the ages of 45 and 55.
Once menopause is complete (called postmenopause) and you have not had a period for 1 year, you are no longer at risk...
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Menopause
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
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Menopause
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Menopause and Menopausal Symptoms
Source: Breastcancer.org
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Menopause And Perimenopause
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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Herbal Medicines for Menopause?
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Menopause Myths
MYTH: Menopause symptoms begin when a woman approaches age 50 REALITY: Hormonal changes start earlier, usually around age 40 but can start before. Perimenopause, the beginning stage of menopause, starts when a woman misses periods due to hormonal...
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