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Menopause is when a woman's menstrual period stops. Once menopause starts, it cannot be stopped. It is normally a very natural part of aging.

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What is the opposite of menopause?

The opposite of menopause is puberty. Menopause refers to the end of a woman's reproductive cycle, whereas puberty signifies the beginning of it.


Can you be going through menopause at 38?

Yes, it is possible to go through premature menopause, also known as premature ovarian insufficiency, before the age of 40. This condition can occur due to various factors such as genetics, autoimmune diseases, or certain medical treatments. It is recommended to consult with a healthcare provider for diagnosis and appropriate management.


How do you know when menopause is over?

When the blood stops coming out for at least 4 hours. After the blood the it is discharge (clear gooey looking stuff). A good way to tell is also after about 5-7 days is when your period usually stops. That can be a good sign too.


What age can you go through the change of life?

Most women go through menopause between the ages of 45 and 55, with the average age being 51. However, menopause can occur earlier (before 40) in some cases, referred to as premature menopause. The transition period leading up to menopause is called perimenopause.


What age does menopause usually occur?

Most women will usually begin perimenopause (irregular periods) sometime in their forties and approximately 2-4 years before menopause begins. Half of all women begin menopause by the age of 50. A woman enters menopause 12 months after she experiences her last menstrual period. Some women begin experiencing symptoms of hormone imbalance at anywhere from their early 30's to their late 40's, depending on several factors related to environment, heredity and how early you started having your period.

Related Questions

How can you stop your period on the first day?

There is no way to stop a menstrual period once it has started. The only time it stops is when there are health issues, pregnancy or Menopause.


What is post menopausal?

Menopause is a condition that occurs at the end of a woman's reproductive cycle. It is generally determined that when a woman has reached middle age and her monthly menstrual cycle has stopped for at least 12 months in a row, that she is menopausal. Once menopause has been established, she will be considered Post Menopausal.


Can you have menopause more than once?

No, you can't.


Can you ovulate after menopause?

No, you can't still ovulate after menopause. Menopause is the process by which a woman's body comes to the end of it's reproductive years and the woman stops producing eggs. Although menopause can take years, once through menopause there is no more ovulation.


What did the first fleet do when they stopped?

Each time the First Fleet stopped, it was to purchase more provisions and stock animals to get the new colony started once they arrived in New South Wales.


Can you get pregnant when you don't have no more periods?

Somewhere around age 50, women usually stop ovulating (releasing an egg to be fertilized), a condition known as menopause. Once a woman has completely stopped ovulating, she cannot become pregnant (no egg), and will no longer have a menstrual period. However, menopause does not occur at the same age for all women.


I am in menopause and was on birth control pills for long periods now i have taken off the pill and haven't had a period yet and i am fifty one years old?

You answered it right there, menopause hun. your periods have stopped.


How do you know if your in menopous-?

You might know if you are in menopause if you are having hot flashes and irregular periods coupled with drastic mood changes. Check with your family doctor.


Can you get pregnant at 54 years old period stopped 6 years ago?

No - if your periods have stopped for that length of time - it's more than likely your body has gone through the menopause. Your ovaries are no longer producing eggs (and thus your womb will not go through its monthly preparation cycle)


Can you redeposit a stopped payment check?

You can, but once a check is stopped it's stopped for good.


What contraceptive should you use during menopause?

Menopause means you've had no period for 12 months. Once that's true, you don't need birth control.


Opposite of started?

stopped