Question 2: Menopause and HRT

Question 1

What is the typical age range for menopause?

Answer 1

Menopause typically occurs between 45-55 years.

Question 2

What is the average age of menopause?

Answer 2

The average age of menopause is 51 years.

Question 3

At what age is menopause considered early?

Answer 3

Menopause before 45 years is considered early.

Question 4

What is premature ovarian failure, and at what age does it occur?

Answer 4

Premature ovarian failure occurs when menopause happens before the age of 40.

Question 5

What are common symptoms of menopause?

Answer 5

Symptoms include:

Vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes, night sweats)
Insomnia, mood changes, vaginal dryness
Menstrual irregularity
Muscle and joint aches
Breast tenderness

Question 6

What are the contraindications for hormone replacement therapy (HRT)?

Answer 6

HRT is contraindicated in:

Breast cancer
Acute liver disease
Previous venous thromboembolism
Undiagnosed abnormal uterine bleeding

Question 7

What are the indications for HRT?

Answer 7

HRT is indicated for:

Vasomotor symptoms
Menstrual irregularity
Urogenital atrophy
Osteoporosis
Premature ovarian failure

Question 8

What are the two main types of HRT and when are they used?

Answer 8

Estrogen-only HRT: Used for women without a uterus.
Estrogen and Progesterone HRT: Used for women with a uterus to prevent endometrial hyperplasia and cancer.