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Signs that you are experiencing early menopause

Signs that you are experiencing early menopause

For most women, menopause is something that happens during middle age and marks the end of the reproductive years.

For most people, this happens at an average age of 52, according to Dr. Stephanie Faubion, director of the Mayo Clinic Center for Women's Health. In general, the normal age for menopause is 45 and older.
But in certain cases, menopause starts at a younger age – and that can sometimes be a problem.

What are the signs of early menopause?

Signs and symptoms of early menopause are similar to those of natural menopause, including high body temperature, night sweats, vaginal dryness, mood swings and difficulty sleeping. Emotional distress, anxiety and depression may also develop.

The only difference is the age at which these symptoms begin, which is under 45 for early menopause and after 45 for "regular" menopause.

In addition, if your periods stop for at least three months when you are under 45 (and not pregnant), this is a sign of early menopause and should be checked by a doctor.

But some people may be asymptomatic. And without symptoms there isn't always much incentive to go to the doctor's office to see what's going on. But these people are at risk in terms of bones, brain and heart if they do not receive hormone therapy", say the experts.
"They may also have a higher risk of developing certain cancers, including breast and ovarian cancer," Enyart added.