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Early Menopause Snapshot

Early Menopause Snapshot can be a place to start if you are searching for information about early menopause.

In Premature & Early Menopause: What Is Premature & Early Menopause? the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health’s (JH) definition of early menopause is:

Early Menopause Snapshot“‘Early menopause’ is when the final menstrual period occurs between 40 and 45 years”.

In Premature & Early Menopause: What Is Premature & Early Menopause? the JH’s definition of premature menopause is:

Early Menopause Snapshot“‘Premature menopause’ is when the final menstrual period occurs before a woman is 40”.

In Early or Premature Menopause: What Is the Difference Between Early and Premature Menopause? the Office on Women’s Health, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Womenshealth.gov elaborate on:

“Early or premature menopause happens when ovaries stop making hormones and periods stop at a younger age than usual (the average age for menopause in the United States is 52). This can happen naturally or for a medical reason, such as when both ovaries are removed in a hysterectomy.

Early and premature menopause can have the same causes. The only difference is the age at which it happens. Menopause that happens before age 45 is called early menopause. Menopause that happens before age 40 is called premature menopause.

Women who have gone through early or premature menopause cannot get pregnant”.

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Last Updated: 23 May 2021 – Last Revised: 23 May 2021
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Premature Menopause Snapshot

Premature Menopause Snapshot can be a place to start if you are searching for information about premature menopause.

In Premature & Early Menopause: What Is Premature & Early Menopause? the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health’s (JH) definition of premature menopause is:

Premature Menopause Snapshot“‘Premature menopause’ is when the final menstrual period occurs before a woman is 40”.

In Premature & Early Menopause: What Is Premature & Early Menopause? the JH’s definition of early menopause is:Premature Menopause Snapshot

“‘Early menopause’ is when the final menstrual period occurs between 40 and 45 years”.

In Early or Premature Menopause: What Is the Difference Between Early and Premature Menopause? the Office on Women’s Health, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Womenshealth.gov elaborate on:

“Early or premature menopause happens when ovaries stop making hormones and periods stop at a younger age than usual (the average age for menopause in the United States is 52). This can happen naturally or for a medical reason, such as when both ovaries are removed in a hysterectomy.

Early and premature menopause can have the same causes. The only difference is the age at which it happens. Menopause that happens before age 45 is called early menopause. Menopause that happens before age 40 is called premature menopause.

Women who have gone through early or premature menopause cannot get pregnant”.

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  5. HRT and the Risk of Breast Cancer Explained – A British Menopause Society Video
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  16. Understanding Premature & Early Menopause – Booklet
  17. Video Series-2021 – Common Issues Surrounding Sexuality and Menopause
  18. Video Series-2021 – Treatment Options for Vaginal Dryness and Urinary Issues
  19. Video Series-2021 – What Women Need To Know About Hormone Therapies
  20. World Menopause Day: World Menopause Day 2020 – Patient Information Leaflet: Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) [Multiply Languages]

Last Updated: 23 May 2021 – Last Reviewed: 23 May 2021
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Early Menopause Stories

“‘Early menopause’ is when the final menstrual period occurs between 40 and 45 years”. Some women share their stories about how early menopause affected them. Read more

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World Menopause Day 2020 What’s Hot

The theme for World Menopause Day 2020 is Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI). “POI is a loss of function of the ovaries in women who are less than 40 years of age”. Read more

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World Menopause Day 2020 Is Today October 18

World Menopause Day 2020 is today, October 18. The theme is Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI). “POI occurs when a woman’s ovaries run out of eggs before the age of 40 years”. Read more

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Early Menopause Question Prompt List

An Early Menopause Question Prompt List is included in Healthtalk Australia’s Early Menopause: Women’s Experiences digital resource. Read more

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Early Menopause: Experiences and Perspectives of Women and Health Practitioners

Early Menopause: Experiences and Perspectives of Women and Health Practitioners, Healthtalk Australia’s new digital resource on early menopause. Read more

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Hysterectomy

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Surgical Menopause

“A surgical menopause can be a difficult time for many women. Menopausal symptoms are often severe, and depression and anxiety are more likely”. Read more

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Early Menopause

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Endometriosis

“Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women during their reproductive years (ie. usually between the ages of 15 to 49), which is approximately 176 million women…”.1

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What may the Endometriosis Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Endo
  • Endometriosis

Endometriosis

What is endometriosis?

DotS the definition of endometriosis may vary. The (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health (JH) definition is:

“Endometriosis, pronounced end-o-me-tree-oh-sis (or just endo), is a progressive, chronic condition where cells similar to those that line the uterus (the endometrium) are found in other parts of the body. It most commonly occurs in the pelvis and can affect a woman’s reproductive organs”.2

The World Endometriosis Society; and the World Endometriosis Research Foundation’s definition is:

“Endometriosis, pronounced end-o-me-tree-oh-sis (or just endo), is a progressive, chronic condition where cells similar to those that line the uterus (the endometrium) are found in other parts of the body. It most commonly occurs in the pelvis and can affect a woman’s reproductive organs”.3

Cause

What causes endometriosis?

In Facts About Endometriosis the World Endometriosis Society; and the World Endometriosis Research Foundation elaborate on:

“There is no known cause of endometriosis but it is highly likely that certain genes predispose women to develop the disease. Thus, women have a higher risk of developing endometriosis if their mother and/or sister(s) are also affected. It is possible that age when the menstrual period starts, other gynaecologic factors, and environmental exposures influence whether a woman is affected. Whereas evidence has been weak with regards to exposure to dioxin (an environmental pollutant) some evidence now supports exacerbation of its symptoms due to PCBs”.4

Common or Not

How common is endometriosis?

According to the World Endometriosis Society; and the World Endometriosis Research Foundation:

“Endometriosis affects an estimated 1 in 10 women during their reproductive years (ie. usually between the ages of 15 to 49), which is approximately 176 million women in the world”.5

In Endometriosis 2011 statistics quoted by the Office on Women’s Health, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Womenshealth.gov are:

“It may affect more than 11% of American women between 15 and 44”.6

In Endometriosis Facts and Figures “the latest facts and figures about endometriosis” quoted by Endometriosis UK (United Kingdom) dated 2009, include:

  • “1 in 10 women of reproductive age in the UK suffer from endometriosis”.7

Diagnosis

How is endometriosis diagnosed?

In Endometriosis Treatment and Support: How Can Endometriosis Be Diagnosed? the (United States) Endometriosis Foundation elaborate on:

“There are a number of diagnostic tools that physicians use that may raise suspicion of endometriosis, but the only definitive method of diagnosis is through minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery and biopsy of affected tissue. If you suspect you have endometriosis, ask your physician about these different diagnostic tools (see below). Don’t be afraid to get a second opinion if you feel that you need more information about endometriosis diagnosis”.8

Look for A PatternEndometriosis

If I think I have endometriosis how may I look for a pattern?

In Endometriosis: Diagnosis – Information Your Doctor Will Need the JH elaborate on:

“If you think you have endometriosis, keeping a diary of your symptoms is a good way to help your doctor or gynaecologist find out what is wrong. Your doctor may ask questions as part of the diagnosis, so having all the information ready will help. The types of questions you might need to answer are listed below.

  • Periods….
  • Period Pain…
  • Other Pain…
  • Other Symptoms…”.9

Management

What may endometriosis management include?

In About Endometriosis: Symptoms of Endometriosis the Endometriosis.org elaborate on:

“For many women, management of this disease may be a long-term process. Therefore, it is important to educate yourself, take the time to find a good doctor, and consider joining a local support group”.10

Menopause

Is there an association between menopause and endometriosis?

In Endometriosis: Does Endometriosis Go Away After Menopause? Womenshealth.gov explain:

Endometriosis After Menopause

“For some women, the painful symptoms of endometriosis improve after menopause. As the body stops making the hormone estrogen, the growths shrink slowly. However, some women who take menopausal hormone therapy may still have symptoms of endometriosis.

If you are having symptoms of endometriosis after menopause, talk to your doctor about treatment options”.11

In Endometriosis: Symptoms & Causes – Symptoms During Menopause the JH explain:

“Usually, endometriosis does go away after menopause. Uncommonly, it can return with the use of menopausal hormone therapy, or MHT (formerly called hormone replacement therapy, or HRT), especially if there is no progestogen component. Even more rarely, it can return for no reason without any hormonal treatment”.12

Health Care Provider

What if I think I have endometriosis?

If you think you have endometriosis, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this.

In Endometriosis: Diagnosis the JH elaborate on:

“If you think you have endometriosis, see your health care practitioner who can refer you to a specialist gynaecologist. It is important not to delay seeing your doctor, as early diagnosis and treatment can reduce the severity of the disease.

It is also important to know that many women do not get a correct diagnosis for seven to 10 years because the symptoms can vary between women and can change over time. Diagnosis can also be delayed by period pain often being considered as normal by both the community and health professionals”.13

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  15. Emotions
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  17. EndoFound’s LGBTQIA Resource Hub for Endo Patients
  18. EndoTV Health Network
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  20. Endoactive.org.au [EndoActive Australia & New Zealand]
  21. Endofound.org [Endometriosis Foundation of America]
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  46. Endometriosis – Management After Menopause
  47. Endometriosis – Multilingual Fact Sheets
  48. Endometriosis-uk.org [Endometriosis UK]
  49. Endometriosis.ca [World Endometriosis Society]
  50. Endometriosis.org
  51. Endometriosis: Complications & Risk
  52. Endometriosis: Diagnosis & Management [NICE Guideline [National Institute for Health and Care Excellence]]
  53. Endometriosis: Diagnosis – Information Your Doctor Will Need
  54. Endometriosis: Fertility & Pregnancy
  55. Endometriosis: Further Problems Caused By Endometriosis
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  58. Endometriosis: Symptoms & Causes – Symptoms During Menopause
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  60. Endometriosis: What You Need To Know
  61. Endometriosisassn.org [Endometriosis Association]
  62. Endometriosisaustralia.org [Endometriosis Australia]
  63. Endometriosisaustralia.org [Endometriosis Australia]: Webinars – Awareness Webinar
  64. Endometriosisaustralia.org [Endometriosis Australia]: Webinars – Fertility
  65. Endometriosisfoundation.org [World Endometriosis Research Foundation]
  66. Endometriosisnews.com
  67. Endowise.org.au [Endo Wise] Endometriosis
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  70. Finding An Endometriosis Specialist
  71. First Consultation
  72. Getting Diagnosed [Stories]
  73. Glossary
  74. How To Cope With A Complex Condition [Endometriosis]
  75. How To Stay Active When You Have Endo
  76. How You Can Support Women Diagnosed With Endometriosis
  77. Induced Menopause In Women With Endometriosis
  78. Laparoscopy
  79. Let’s Talk About…Smear Tests When You Have Endometriosis
  80. Managing Endometriosis During the Coronavirus Crisis: FAQs
  81. Mayo Clinic Q and A: Endometrial Ablation When Pelvic Pain or Endometriosis Are Present
  82. National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
  83. National Endometriosis Organisations
  84. Nutrition and Endometriosis
  85. Pelvic Pain: Know the Different Causes and When To Seek Help
  86. Pelvicpain.org.au [Pelvic Pain Foundation of Australia]
  87. Period Pain & Symptom Diary Endometriosis
  88. Periodnow.org
  89. Personal Stories
  90. Seeking A Doctor: Finding the Right Endometriosis Specialist
  91. The Endometriosis Resource Portal for People of Color Endometriosis Portal
  92. Ten Endometriosis Facts
  93. Treating the Pain of Endometriosis
  94. Treatments
  95. Understanding Endometriosis – Booklet
  96. What Is Endometriosis?
  97. What Is Endometriosis?
  98. What You Need To Know About Adenomyosis
  99. Women’s Health Week: Tricky Periods [Australia] Endometriosis
  100. World Endometriosis Organisations (WEO)

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  1. Facts About Endometriosis. September 2015. World Endometriosis Society; and World Endometriosis Research Foundation https://endometriosisfoundation.org/Facts-about-endometriosis.pdf Accessed: 23 August 2021
  2. Endometriosis: Symptoms & Causes. Last Updated: 04 June 2021 | Last Reviewed: 15 May 2019. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/endometriosis/symptoms-causes Accessed: 23 August 2021
  3. Facts About Endometriosis. September 2015. World Endometriosis Society; and World Endometriosis Research Foundation https://endometriosisfoundation.org/Facts-about-endometriosis.pdf Accessed: 23 August 2021
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  6. Endometriosis. Page Last Updated: 01 April 2019. Office on Women’s Health, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Womenshealth.gov https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/endometriosis Accessed: 23 August 2021
  7. Endometriosis Facts and Figures. Endometriosis UK http://endometriosis-uk.org/endometriosis-facts-and-figures Accessed: 23 August 2021
  8. Endometriosis Treatment and Support: How Can Endometriosis Be Diagnosed? Endometriosis Foundation https://www.endofound.org/endometriosis-treatment-support Accessed: 23 August 2021
  9. Endometriosis: Diagnosis – Information Your Doctor Will Need. Last Updated: 04 June 2021 | Last Reviewed: 15 May 2019. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/endometriosis/diagnosis Accessed: 23 August 2021
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  11. Endometriosis: Does Endometriosis Go Away After Menopause? Page Last Updated: 01 April 2019. Office on Women’s Health, United States Department of Health and Human Services, Womenshealth.gov https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/endometriosis Accessed: 23 August 2021
  12. Endometriosis: Symptoms & Causes – Symptoms During Menopause. Last Updated: 04 June 2021 | Last Reviewed: 15 May 2019. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/endometriosis/symptoms-causes Accessed: 23 August 2021
  13. Endometriosis: Diagnosis. Last Updated: 04 June 2021 | Last Reviewed: 15 May 2019. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/endometriosis/diagnosis Accessed: 23 August 2021

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Menopause Age

“The average age of menopause is 51.5 years, with most women experiencing menopause between the ages of 45 and 55 years”. Read more

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Induced Menopause

“Induced menopause refers to menstrual periods that stop after surgical removal of the ovaries, chemotherapy or radiation damage to the ovaries, or from…”. Read more

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Premature Ovarian Insufficiency

“Loss of ovarian function occurring in women younger than 40 years of age is called premature ovarian insufficiency (POI). POI may also be referred to as…”. Read more

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