“Induced menopause refers to menstrual periods that
stop after surgical removal of the ovaries, chemotherapy
or radiation damage to the ovaries, or from…”.1
Definition
What is induced menopause?
Depending on the Source (DotS) the definition of induced menopause may vary. In Menopause FAQs: Premature, Early, and Induced Menopause – Q. What Is Induced Menopause? the North American Menopause Society’s (NAMS) definition is:
“A. Induced menopause refers to menstrual periods that stop after surgical removal of the ovaries, chemotherapy or radiation damage to the ovaries, or from the use of other medications to intentionally induce menopause as part of the treatment of certain diseases”.2
Age
At what age may induced menopause occur?
In Instant Help for Induced Menopause the NAMS note:
“Induced menopause can occur at any age after puberty and before natural, spontaneous menopause occurs”.3
Menopause Symptoms
What are menopause symptoms related to induced menopause?
Health Care Provider
What if I have had an induced menopause?
If you have had an induced menopause, it may be in your best interest to choose to have a complete evaluation by your health care provider.
In Instant Help for Induced Menopause the NAMS explain:
- Monitor the condition that resulted in induced menopause
- Ensure adequate symptom relief as needed
- Reassess health status and risks for disease
- Determine the best disease prevention or treatment strategies”.5
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Sources
Where may I find the Sources quoted?
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Sources
- Menopause FAQs: Premature, Early, and Induced Menopause – Q. What Is Induced Menopause? North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopause-faqs-premature-early-and-induced-menopause Accessed: 08 February 2023
- Menopause FAQs: Premature, Early, and Induced Menopause – Q. What Is Induced Menopause? North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopause-faqs-premature-early-and-induced-menopause Accessed: 08 February 2023
- Instant Help for Induced Menopause. North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopauseflashes/menopause-symptoms-and-treatments/instant-help-for-induced-menopause Accessed: 08 February 2023
- Menopause FAQs: Premature, Early, and Induced Menopause – Q. I’m facing a hysterectomy with removal of my ovaries, so I’m going to have an induced menopause. Is it different from natural menopause? https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopause-faqs-premature-early-and-induced-menopause Accessed: 08 February 2023
- Instant Help for Induced Menopause. North American Menopause Society https://www.menopause.org/for-women/menopauseflashes/menopause-symptoms-and-treatments/instant-help-for-induced-menopause Accessed: 08 February 2023