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Females who have not reached menarche at 14 and who have no signs of secondary sexual characteristics (thelarche or pubarche) are also considered to have primary amenorrhea. [12] Examples of amenorrhea include constitutional delay of puberty, Turner syndrome, and Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser (MRKH) syndrome.
Primary ovarian insufficiency (premature menopause) due to varying causes, such as radiation therapy, chemotherapy, or a spontaneous manifestation, can also lead to low estrogen and infertility. [17] Hypogonadism (a condition where the gonads – testes for men and ovaries for women – have diminished activity) can decrease estrogen. [18]
"Aside from aging and genetics being a reason for weight gain, menopause and the loss of estrogen contribute to your favorite jeans not fitting as comfortably," Dr. Ross says.
Commonly, the post-menopausal woman is not called hypogonadal if she is of typical menopausal age. Contrast with a young woman or teen, who would have hypogonadism rather than menopause. This is because hypogonadism is an abnormality, whereas menopause is a normal change in hormone levels.
(Read more about menopause and hair loss in women.) Poor sleep: Some women wake up a lot at night, Tang says. The aforementioned bathroom trips are one reason, but night sweats and hot flashes due ...
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The signs and symptoms of POI can be seen as part of a continuum of changes leading to menopause. [7] POI contrasts with age-appropriate menopause in the age of onset, degree of symptoms and sporadic return to normal ovarian function. [8] As some women retain partial ovarian function, symptoms may not be as severe as regular menopause. [8]
Leslie Faerstein is a New York City psychotherapist who primarily works with women over 50, and she reports “many different reactions to perimenopause and menopause. For some, it’s a joy not ...