Causes of Menopause and Risk Factors

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Submitted by PatientsEngage on 22 January 2016

What causes menopause

Menopause is a natural change that occurs in women during their 40s or early 50s. In Asian women, menopause usually occurs between the ages of 49-53. It happens when the ovaries stop functioning. The primary function of the ovaries is:

  • To release the ova (egg) monthly
  • To release hormones like oestrogen and progesterone that make preparatory changes in the uterine wall if the woman conceives
  • For subsequent shedding of theuterine wall or lining if she does not conceive.

As women age, the ovaries stop releasing the ova and hormones are released at a lower level. This causes the periods to become irregular and then stop. 

Are you at risk of premature menopause:

Menopause is a natural process in the life of women. But a few women begin menopause at an age earlier than 40. This is called premature menopause or premature ovarian failure. The following are at risk for premature menopause:

  • Women who had hysterectomy, ie, removal of uterus
  • Women whose ovary/ovaries were removed due to cervical cancer
  • Chemotherapy and radiation
  • Genetic factors
  • Epilepsy / fits
  • Positive family history ie, if any of the family members had premature menopause
  • Smoking
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