Menopause is a natural biological process that all women experience as they age. It refers to the point when a woman stops having her menstrual periods, marking the end of her reproductive years.
The years leading up to menopause are called perimenopause. During this transition time, usually starting in a woman's 40s, the body begins making less of the hormones estrogen and progesterone. This leads to changes in her menstrual cycle, as well as possible menopause symptoms like hot flashes, trouble sleeping, and mood changes.
Eventually, menstruation stops completely. The average age for menopause is 51, but it can happen anywhere between the ages of 45 and 55. Every woman's experience is different.
Some key things to know:
The compassionate doctors at Hormone Care Center understand the challenges of perimenopause and menopause. We provide personalized care plans, including bioidentical hormone therapy, to help women find relief from symptoms and thrive during this next chapter of life.
We'd love to answer any other questions you have! Menopause marks a transition, not the end. With the right information and support, many women find it liberating. What has your experience been? Feel free to ask this compassionate community of women for advice. We're in this together!