Menopause Flashcards
What is natural menopause?
Natural menopause is recognized when a woman has had 12 consecutive months without periods due to loss of ovarian follicular activity, with no other pathological or physiological cause.
What is induced menopause?
Induced menopause is the cessation of menstruation following surgical removal of both ovaries or iatrogenic ablation of ovarian function.
What is perimenopause?
Perimenopause is the period beginning with the first clinical, biological, and endocrinological features of approaching menopause and ends 12 months after the last menstrual period.
What is the climacteric phase?
The climacteric phase is the transition from the reproductive state to the non-reproductive state.
What is premature menopause?
Premature menopause refers to menopause occurring before the age of 40, also known as primary ovarian insufficiency (POI).
What is early menopause?
Early menopause refers to menopause occurring between the ages of 40 and 45.
What is the median age of menopause?
The median age of menopause is 51 years.
What are common vasomotor symptoms of menopause?
Common vasomotor symptoms include hot flashes and night sweats.
What are common urogenital symptoms of menopause?
Common urogenital symptoms include dryness, burning, itching, dyspareunia, frequent urination, and recurrent urinary tract infections.
What are long-term consequences of estrogen deficiency?
Long-term consequences include cardiovascular disease, bone loss, dementia, cognitive decline, osteoarthritis, and skin changes.
