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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is premature ovarian failure?
Normal menopause begins between the age of 45 and 55. When it happens too early (less than 40 years old), it is known as premature ovarian failure. Causes include chemotherapy, however, in 90% of cases no clear cause is found.
Symptoms of premature ovarian failure
Abnormal period length or flow
Difficulty getting pregnant
Abnormal menstrual cycles e.g. too early or too late
Questions your doctor may ask to check for premature ovarian failure
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose premature ovarian failure
Are your periods abnormal e.g. in duration or amount of bleeding?
Are you having trouble getting pregnant despite trying for some time?
Do you have abnormal menstrual cycles e.g. too early or too late
Treatment for premature ovarian failure
Treatment for this aims to correct hormone imbalances and prolong periods until the age of normal menopause. This is done through hormone replacement therapy. The doctor may also prescribe Vitamin D and calcium supplements to prevent bone weakening.
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References
Kawamura K, Kawamura N, Hsueh AJ. Activation of dormant follicles: a new treatment for premature ovarian failure? Curr Opin Obstet Gynecol. 2016 Jun;28(3):217-22. doi: 10.1097/GCO.0000000000000268. PMID: 27022685; PMCID: PMC5536116.
https://journals.lww.com/co-obgyn/Abstract/2016/06000/Activation_of_dormant_follicles__a_new_treatment.14.aspx
Barlow DH. Premature ovarian failure. Baillieres Clin Obstet Gynaecol. 1996 Sep;10(3):361-84. doi: 10.1016/s0950-3552(96)80020-4. PMID: 8931900.
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0950355296800204?via%3Dihub
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