Why is pregnancy still possible after menopause?

Patient's question:

You have already gone through menopause and your menstruation has stopped. You thought you would never get pregnant again, so you didn't take any preventive measures. Hello, why did you get pregnant miraculously after menopause?

Doctor's answer:

Under normal circumstances, after menopause, ovarian function will also decline and lose its menopausal effects, meaning you will no longer be able to conceive. However, in the early stages of menopause, approximately within the first year, the ovaries still retain some menopausal function, and if timing is right, there is still a possibility of conceiving. Given your age of 52, this suggests the menopause has not been for long, which is why you became pregnant. Because of your age, the likelihood of a miscarriage may increase, so it is essential to undergo prenatal testing. Of course, if you do not want the child, that is a different matter.

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