Patient's question:
My aunt is 47 years old this year, but she still wants to have a baby. However, she has gone through menopause, so she wants to ask, what is the possibility of getting pregnant after menopause?Doctor's answer:
After a woman goes through menopause, she will not have her menstrual period or ovulate for several more days. The function of the ovaries declines, so the possibility of getting pregnant is almost zero. The perimenopause refers to the stage when ovarian function begins to decline to about 3 to 5 years after menopause, typically occurring between the ages of 45 and 48. Symptoms may include hot flashes, irritability, insomnia, vaginal dryness, difficulty during intercourse, skin atrophy, joint pain, and more. The long-term risks of perimenopause include osteoporosis, fractures, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, and Alzheimer's disease.