Postmenopause refers to the time after a woman's final menstrual period. It marks the end of a woman's reproductive years.
The transition into postmenopause usually occurs in a woman's late 40s or early 50s. But it can happen earlier or later too.
On average, postmenopause begins at around age 51. But some women enter this stage as early as their 30s or 40s, especially if cancer treatment or surgery causes early menopause.
During postmenopause, a woman's ovaries stop releasing eggs and producing estrogen and progesterone. These hormone changes cause perimenopausal symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats to fade.
Without reproduction hormones, postmenopausal women are at higher risk for certain health conditions. These include:
Managing postmenopause symptoms and risks involves lifestyle changes and possible hormone therapy:
The hormone specialists at Vitality Hormone Clinic can help create a customized hormone therapy plan tailored to your unique postmenopausal needs. Our compassionate staff will partner with you to optimize your health, wellness and vitality during this new stage of life. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!
I hope this overview on postmenopause helps explain this important transition. While it marks the end of fertility, with proper self-care women can still lead active, healthy and fulfilling lives after their final period. Please let me know if you have any other questions!