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Premature MenopauseRead the Premature Menopause article » What Are the Symptoms of Premature Menopause?Symptoms of premature menopause are often the same as those experienced by women undergoing natural menopause and may include:
These symptoms are a sign that the ovaries are producing less estrogen. Along with the above symptoms, some women may experience:
In addition to the symptoms listed above, if you are under the age of 40 and experience any of the following conditions, you should see your doctor to determine whether you are undergoing premature menopause:
How Is Premature Menopause Diagnosed?To diagnose premature menopause, your doctor will most likely perform a physical exam and draw blood to rule out other conditions, such as pregnancy and thyroid disease. He or she may also order a test to measure your estradiol levels. Low levels of estradiol, a form of estrogen, can indicate that your ovaries are starting to fail. When estradiol levels are below 36, it may signal that you are in menopause.
However, the most important test used to diagnose premature menopause is a blood... Recommended Reading Related to Premature MenopauseWhat are hot flashes?A hot flash (is a feeling of warmth that spreads over the body that begins, and is most strongly felt, in the head and neck regions. Hot flashes are a common symptom experienced by women prior to, and during the early stages of the menopausal transition. However, not all women approaching the menopause will develop hot flashes.
What causes hot flashes?The complex hormonal changes that accompany the aging process, in particular the declining levels of estrogen as a woman approaches menopause, are thought to be the underlying cause of hot flashes. A disorder in thermoregulation (methods the body uses to control and regulate body temperature) is responsible for the sensation of heat, but the exact way in which the changing hormone levels affect thermoregulation is not fully understood. While hot flashes are considered to be a characteristic symptom of the menopausal transition, they can a... Other Related Premature Menopause ArticlesEmergency Contact for Portsmouth
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