Guide To The Symptoms Of Menopause

Menopause occurs when a woman's period stops, usually after forty-five years old. The condition occurs when the ovaries cease to produce progesterone and estrogen, which are two hormones necessary for reproduction. Clinical menopause has been reached when a woman hasn't had a period for a year. However, the symptoms and changes associated with menopause can start multiple years before a woman's periods stop entirely. Some of the symptoms of menopause may require treatment, especially depending on the severity. Women can talk to their doctor about their symptoms and the best way to manage the condition. Menopause may increase a woman's risk of developing osteoporosis or breast cancer.