Menopause (menopause) is a gradual decline in reproductive functions. As a rule, it begins after the age of 45. However, some women may have their menopause much earlier, which is a serious cause for concern, especially if they are planning to become pregnant. According to statistics, every third healthy woman may have menopause before the age of 45. Early menopause may be related to genetic origin. Also, among the reasons may be frequent stress, autoimmune diseases.
A decrease in the production of sex hormones, the extinction of ovarian functions – all this happens with age in every female body. It is important to know when signs of menopause appear and how to diagnose them correctly.
When a woman goes through menopause, her hormone levels drop sharply and she loses the opportunity to become pregnant. However, the extinction of reproductive function cannot be instantaneous. This process can last more than one year.
What are the symptoms of menopause?
Menopause is a natural biological process. The onset of menopause at any age significantly affects the general condition and performance of a woman. During this period, a large hormonal change occurs in the female body, as a result of which immunity decreases, the risk of autoimmune diseases increases, and the aging process accelerates.
Among the symptoms of menopause:
- violation of the menstrual cycle or complete cessation;
- mood swings;
- emotional stress;
- depression;
- decreased libido;
- fatigue;
- heavy sweating;
- change in body weight;
- heart palpitations;
- frequent headaches;
- insomnia.
The development of climacteric syndrome is determined by both internal and external factors. As a rule, menopause finally occurs when critical days are absent throughout the year.
Early menopause: what to do?
To check the reproductive function of a woman, first of all, she needs to check the concentration of hormones, including progesterone and estrogens, prolactin, TSH, FSH. In addition, it is necessary to do cytology and mammography.
Is pregnancy possible during the development of menopause?⠀
Premature menopause prevents a woman from getting pregnant. To increase the chances of conceiving a child, the doctor will prescribe the woman special hormonal drugs. They will help support the ovulatory cycle and prevent a decrease in ovarian function. You cannot self-medicate, you need to strictly follow the recommendations of your gynecologist.
If the therapy does not bring positive results, you can use the IVF (in vitro fertilization) program with your own oocytes. But if there are no healthy eggs left, then donor.
However, it is important to know that premature menopause is not only a pregnancy problem. Early menopause can also trigger the development of various diseases (osteoporosis, high cholesterol, heart disease). ⠀
Remember that early menopause is not a death sentence, it can be treated. In this situation, it is important to contact a qualified doctor as soon as possible, who will conduct an examination, offer effective treatment, and always find a reasonable solution to maintain reproductive health. Clinic for reproductive medicine “LITA” will help you get pregnant successfully, despite the signs of the onset of menopause.