Premature menopause is defined as menopause that occurs before age 40. This section of the eMedTV Web site discusses what can cause this, possible symptoms, and describes blood tests that may be used when making a diagnosis.
As discussed in this eMedTV segment, symptoms of premature menopause may include hot flashes, night sweats, mood changes, and other menopausal symptoms. This article talks more about these symptoms and explains how premature menopause is diagnosed.
Diagnosing premature menopause usually involves a review of symptoms, and in some cases, blood tests. This eMedTV article discusses blood tests used to diagnose premature menopause, which measure the level of hormones (such as estradiol) in the body.
HRT (hormone replacement therapy) uses estrogen or estrogen with progestin to treat menopausal symptoms. This eMedTV segment offers an in-depth look at the benefits and risks of using this therapy and answers common questions about the treatment.
