What age does menopause occur?

Patient's question:

Patient Age: 46
Detailed Condition and Purpose of Consultation: Has my period not come for two and a half months? Is it menopause?

Doctor's answer:

Hello: There is no uniform standard for the age of menopause, but the age of menopause is generally related to the age of the first menstrual period. The general calculation method is to add 30 years to the age of the first menstrual period, but it is not absolute, as it is related to individual endocrine factors.
Looking at your age, there may be a possibility of menopause, but menopause does not mean that menstruation suddenly stops. It may gradually decrease in frequency until it stops completely. This also marks the onset of menopause.
The age of menopause is also related to diet. With the improvement of living standards, the age at which people enter old age has been delayed, and as a result, the age of menopause has also been delayed. Some individuals may not experience menopause until their 50s. Do not overworry; it can be handled naturally.