What is menopause, and how is it clinically defined?
aanya.bansal Answered question September 6, 2024
Menopause is the natural biological process in women that marks the end of the reproductive period, characterized by the cessation of menstruation. It is clinically defined as:
1. Amenorrhea: The absence of menstrual periods for 12 consecutive months.
2. Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) levels: Elevated FSH levels (>30-40 IU/L) indicate ovarian failure.
3. Estrogen levels: Decreased estrogen levels (estradiol <20 pg/mL) confirm ovarian decline.
aanya.bansal Answered question September 6, 2024