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Menopause is a natural phase marking the end of menstrual cycles, usually after age 45. It occurs due to hormonal decline, causing symptoms like hot flashes, mood changes, and irregular or stopped periods.

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A Complete Guide to Menopause

Menopause is a natural stage in a woman’s life marking the end of menstrual cycles, usually between ages 45–55. It occurs due to a decline in hormones like estrogen and progesterone, leading to permanent cessation of periods.

Women may experience symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. Proper care, a healthy lifestyle, and medical support can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Natural end of menstruation

Occurs between 45–55 years

Caused by hormonal decline

Symptoms include hot flashes and mood changes

Affects physical and emotional health

Causes of Menopause

Menopause is mainly caused by natural aging and decline in ovarian hormones. Non-infective causes are common, while infections rarely lead to early menopause through ovarian damage.

Infectious Causes

Pelvic infections affecting ovaries

Tuberculosis of reproductive organs

Chronic untreated infections

Non-Infectious Causes

Natural aging (most common)

Hormonal decline (estrogen, progesterone)

Genetic factors

Types of Menopause

Menopause is classified into natural menopause due to aging , perimenopause as the transition phase, premature menopause before age 40, and induced menopause caused by surgery or medical treatments affecting the ovaries.

Natural Menopause –Occurs gradually with age, usually between 45–55 years

Perimenopause –Transition phase before menopause with irregular periods and symptoms

Premature Menopause – Occurs before age 40 due to hormonal or medical reasons

Induced Menopause – Caused by surgery (ovary removal), chemotherapy, or radiation

Common Symptoms Associated with Menopause

Common symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, sleep disturbances, vaginal dryness, reduced libido, weight gain, fatigue, and irregular or stopped periods due to hormonal changes.

Hot flashes (sudden feeling of heat)

Night sweats

Irregular or stopped periods

Mood swings and irritability

Sleep disturbances (insomnia)

Vaginal dryness

Treatment Options for Menopause

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