Menopause Risk Factors
What are the risk factors that lead to this condition? Are you at risk of getting Menopause? Below you'll find information on each of the known risk factors for this condition.
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Menopause Risks
A risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of getting a disease or condition.
Menopause is a natural process, which usually occurs around the age of 50. However, if the normal menstrual cycle is interrupted prior to age 40, it is thought to be abnormal and is referred to as premature menopause.
Risk factors for premature menopause include:
- Family history of premature menopause
- Surgical removal of the ovaries
- Radiation
- Chemotherapy
- Medications that reduce estrogen levels
- Smoking
- Autoimmune diseases
- Medical treatments (pelvic surgery, surgical removal of ovaries, chemotherapy, or pelvic radiation therapy)
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